Correction: Integrative neurobiological mechanisms of acupuncture in post-stroke cognitive impairment: from neurotransmission to brain network remodeling.

This publication is a correction notice for a previous research article and does not contain original study data. The original article examined how acupuncture may help improve cognitive problems that can occur after a stroke. Stroke survivors often experience difficulties with memory, attention, and thinking skills, which significantly impact their quality of life and independence. The researchers investigated the biological mechanisms through which acupuncture might benefit post-stroke cognitive impairment, looking at everything from chemical messengers in the brain (neurotransmitters) to how different brain regions communicate with each other. While this specific publication is simply a correction to ensure accuracy in the original research, the topic itself is important for stroke survivors and their families. Understanding how acupuncture works at a neurological level could help doctors better integrate it into stroke rehabilitation programs. Post-stroke cognitive impairment affects approximately one-third of stroke survivors, making research in this area particularly valuable. Acupuncture is generally considered a safe, non-invasive treatment option when administered properly, though individual results may vary. For stroke survivors interested in trying acupuncture for cognitive symptoms, it's important to discuss this option with your stroke care team first, as acupuncture should complement rather than replace conventional rehabilitation therapies. If you decide to pursue acupuncture treatment, seek out a licensed acupuncturist with experience treating neurological conditions and stroke survivors.

This is a correction notice for a previously published systematic review examining neurobiological mechanisms underlying acupuncture treatment for post-stroke cognitive impairment (PSCI). The original article addressed mechanisms spanning multiple levels: neurotransmitter modulation, neuroplasticity enhancement, neuroinflammation reduction, and brain network reorganization. While specific methodology, sample sizes, and effect sizes are not detailed in this correction notice itself, the original work synthesized evidence regarding acupuncture's effects on cognitive recovery following cerebrovascular accident. Post-stroke cognitive impairment affects 20-80% of stroke survivors depending on assessment timing and criteria. Clinical takeaway: This correction ensures accuracy in the evidence base supporting acupuncture as an adjunctive therapy for PSCI. Practitioners treating stroke patients should monitor the corrected version for updated information regarding mechanisms of action, which may inform treatment protocols and point selection strategies for optimizing cognitive outcomes in stroke rehabilitation settings.