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[Subacute insomnia treated with <i>He</i>'s three-promotion needling method: a randomized controlled trial].

Author: HongQiuyang, LiuXiaojing, MaoXuewen, WangShiguang, YangHuimin, YangYi

Journal ArticleAn article published in an academic or professional journal that reports original research or scholarly analysis.
Randomized Controlled TrialA clinical trial that randomly assigns participants to treatment and control groups to evaluate the effects of an intervention.

Overview

This randomized controlled trial compared three-promotion needling (acupuncture) and medication (estazolam) in 70 patients with subacute insomnia. Both groups showed significant improvement in sleep quality and insomnia severity after 2, 4, and 8 weeks. The needling group had better outcomes than the medication group, but further studies are needed to confirm this.
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Original Abstract of the Article :
OBJECTIVE: To observe the differences in the sleep quality and the effects on insomnia severity between METHODS: A total of 70 patients of subacute insomnia were randomized into a three-promotion needling group and a medication group, 35 cases in each one. In the three-promotion needling group, th...See full text at original site
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引用元：
https://doi.org/10.13703/j.0255-2930.2018.12.009

データ提供：米国国立医学図書館（NLM）

He's Three-Promotion Needling: A Journey into Sleep Management

Insomnia, the inability to sleep, is a common and often debilitating condition. This study investigates the effectiveness of He's three-promotion needling method in treating subacute insomnia. Imagine a camel seeking a soothing oasis in the desert of sleeplessness. The researchers conducted a randomized controlled trial comparing the effects of three-promotion needling to medication (estazolam tablets) in patients with subacute insomnia. They aimed to determine if this traditional Chinese medicine approach could offer an effective and safe alternative for improving sleep quality.

A Promising Path to Better Sleep

The study found that He's three-promotion needling method significantly improved sleep quality and reduced insomnia severity compared to medication. These findings suggest that this acupuncture approach may offer a viable alternative for managing subacute insomnia, providing a gentler and potentially more sustainable path to better sleep.

Seeking Restful Nights

This research highlights the potential of traditional Chinese medicine in addressing sleep disorders. It encourages us to explore diverse approaches to managing insomnia, seeking to find the best solutions for improving sleep quality and promoting overall well-being.

Dr.Camel's Conclusion

This study offers a promising glimpse into the world of acupuncture and its potential to improve sleep quality. It's a reminder that traditional medicine can offer valuable tools for addressing modern health challenges, providing a broader perspective on the path to wellness.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 2019-05-02
  2. Date Revised 2019-05-02
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

30672216

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

10.13703/j.0255-2930.2018.12.009

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