Articles about leeches/leech therapy
In the following list you will find further interesting material on leech therapy.
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The Use of Leeches in Veterinary Medicine
Oct 17, 2013
In the course of the sanguisuction process, the leech releases saliva into the wound. The saliva ingredients induce anticoagulant, anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and blood circulation enhancing effects. ...
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Leech Therapy in Reconstructive Surgery
Aug 8, 2011
Leech Therapy in Reconstructive Surgery
A video showing the salvage of amputated finger by leech therapy. For the video: click here
moreHis Subject: Highly Evolved And Exquisitely Thirsty
Feb 7, 2006
The tub full of leeches sat on a Table in Mark Siddall`s office at the American Museum of Natural History
The leeches, each in inch long and covered in orange polka dots, were swimming lazily through the water.
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Stuck on you
Nov 4, 2004
Helen Pilcher wades in to find out how these creatures could help the arthritic.
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Recent studies are pointing the way for new uses of an ancient treatment - leeches.
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