By Dr. Sanchari Sinha Dutta, Ph.D. Reviewed by Lauren Hardaker Jun 8 2026 A randomized MRI study reveals how acupuncture may help stroke survivors regain movement by remodeling key brain networks and strengthening regions involved in motor control and coordination. Study: Neuroplastic Mechanisms of Acupuncture in Post-Stroke Motor Recovery: A Randomized Multimodal MRI Trial . Image credit: Andrey_Popov/Shutterstock.com A new study published in  CNS Neuroscience and Therapeutics highlights the