PMID: Mediators Inflamm. 2020 ;2020:9025705. Epub 2020 Feb 20. PMID: 32148443 Abstract Title: Effects of Shikonin on the Functions of Myeloid Dendritic Cells in a Mouse Model of Severe Aplastic Anemia. Abstract: This study is aimed at investigating the effects of shikonin, a pyruvate kinase M2 (PKM2) inhibitor, on the functions of myeloid dendritic cells …
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Shikonin and 4-hydroxytamoxifen synergistically inhibit the proliferation of breast cancer cells.
PMID: Chin Med. 2020 ;15:23. Epub 2020 Mar 10. PMID: 32175001 Abstract Title: Shikonin and 4-hydroxytamoxifen synergistically inhibit the proliferation of breast cancer cells through activating apoptosis signaling pathway in vitro and in vivo. Abstract: Background: Tamoxifen (TAM) is a cell type-specific anti-estrogen and is applied to improve the survival of patients with estrogen receptor …
Transcranial photobiomodulation for the management of depression: current perspectives.
PMID: Neuropsychiatr Dis Treat. 2019 ;15:3255-3272. Epub 2019 Nov 22. PMID: 31819453 Abstract Title: Transcranial Photobiomodulation For The Management Of Depression: Current Perspectives. Abstract: Major depressive disorder (MDD) is a prevalent condition associated with high rates of disability, as well as suicidal ideation and behavior. Current treatments for MDD have significant limitations in efficacy and …
Blue light therapy to treat candida vaginitis with comparisons of three wavelengths: an in vitro study.
PMID: Lasers Med Sci. 2020 Jan 4. Epub 2020 Jan 4. PMID: 31900692 Abstract Title: Blue light therapy to treat candida vaginitis with comparisons of three wavelengths: an in vitro study. Abstract: Anti-fungal blue light (ABL) therapies have been widely studied to treat various microbial infections in the literature. The blue light with wavelengths ranging …
The results demonstrated the positive effect of laser photobiomodulation for cartilage defects.
PMID: Lasers Med Sci. 2019 Dec 17. Epub 2019 Dec 17. PMID: 31845042 Abstract Title: Laser photobiomodulation for cartilage defect in animal models of knee osteoarthritis: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Abstract: To review and assess the efficacy of laser photobiomodulation for cartilage defect in animal models of knee osteoarthritis (KOA). Medline, Web of Science, …
Combined effects of metformin and photobiomodulation improve the proliferation phase of wound healing in type 2 diabetes.
PMID: Biomed Pharmacother. 2020 Mar ;123:109776. Epub 2020 Jan 3. PMID: 31911295 Abstract Title: Combined effects of metformin and photobiomodulation improve the proliferation phase of wound healing in type 2 diabetic rats. Abstract: We determined the impact of Photobiomodulation (PBM) and metformin administration alone and combined on the inflammation and proliferation steps of wound healing …
Photobiomodulation may be beneficial for tendon healing because functional remodelling improves without adverse effects.
PMID: J Orthop Res. 2020 Jan 22. Epub 2020 Jan 22. PMID: 31965620 Abstract Title: Photobiomodulation does not influence maturation and mildly improves functional healing of mouse achilles tendons. Abstract: Tendon rupture can occur at any age and is commonly treated nonoperatively, yet can result in persisting symptoms. Thus, a need exists to improve nonoperative …
Photobiomodulation therapy proved to be an effective short-term therapeutic modality for myofascial temporomandibular disorder pain.
PMID: J Maxillofac Oral Surg. 2020 Mar ;19(1):93-97. Epub 2019 Apr 2. PMID: 31988570 Abstract Title: Photobiomodulation Therapy for Myofascial Pain in Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction: A Double-Blinded Randomized Clinical Trial. Abstract: Aims: Temporomandibular disorder (TMD) is a complex process that affects the temporomandibular joint (TMJ). The multifactorial process is of unknown etiology and has many …
Photobiomodulation and the expression of genes related to the JAK/STAT signalling pathway in wounded and diabetic wounded cells.
PMID: J Photochem Photobiol B. 2020 Mar ;204:111791. Epub 2020 Jan 17. PMID: 31981991 Abstract Title: Photobiomodulation and the expression of genes related to the JAK/STAT signalling pathway in wounded and diabetic wounded cells. Abstract: Photobiomodulation therapy (PBMT) is a curative technique that uses low intensity light to relegate pain and inflammation, and accelerate tissue …
Photobiomodulation (450 nm) alters the infection of periodontitis bacteria.
PMID: Free Radic Biol Med. 2020 Jan 31. Epub 2020 Jan 31. PMID: 32014500 Abstract Title: Photobiomodulation (450 nm) alters the infection of periodontitis bacteria via the ROS/MAPK/mTOR signaling pathway. Abstract: We aimed to investigate the effects of photobiomodulation (PBM) on periodontitis. A periodontitis model was established via Porphyromonas gingivalis infection in beagles. Mandibular second and …
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