A Review of the Role of Neurotrophic Factors and Herbal Medicines on Peripheral Nerve Regeneration

The peripheral nervous system has an innate ability to regenerate itself, and several factors, including neurotrophic factors, play an important role in this process. Neurotrophic factors are molecules that affect the peripheral nervous system and play a vital role in nerve protection, growth, and regeneration. In severe injuries, internal nerve repair is not very effective. Given current treatments have many limitations and side effects. The use of some natural and herbal stimulants seems to have fewer side effects and accelerate the regeneration of the peripheral nerve. Therefore, it is important to pay attention to the role of neurotrophic factors and study the therapeutic effects of natural stimulants in the regeneration of peripheral nerves.

Neurotrophic factors could play an important role in repairing and supporting peripheral nerves. Moreover, the use of some natural stimulants as herbal medicines, due to less side effects, provide a suitable environment for the regeneration of peripheral nerves.