ObjectiveTo explore substance basis of internal relati on s between Zusanli (ST 36) and gastric movement. Methods The electr ogastrogram was recorded in 24 healthy adult rats by implanted electrodes and th en effects of electroacupuncture on the electric activities of the stomach were investigated. After the experiment was completed, 1 5 mL blood and gastric antr um tissue were taken, and contents of substance P, motilin (MLT) and gastrins (GAS) in plasma and the gastric antrum tissue were determined by redioimmuoassay. ResultsThe mean amplitude change rate of the slow wave high active phase, ...