The repair effects of Achyranthes bidentata extract on the crushed common peroneal nerve of rabbits

In this study the effect of the Achyranthes bidentata root aqueous extract on regeneration of the crushed common peroneal nerve in rabbits by using a combination of electrophysiological assessment and histological aspect were investigated. The examined functional and morphological parameters suggest that A. bidentata extract could accelerate peripheral nerve regeneration in a dose-dependent manner (10-20 mu g/kg, i.v.). (C) 2007 Elsevier B.V. All rights reserved.