A randomized controlled trial for acupuncture combined with conventional therapy in the treatment of pain caused by prostate cancer

Lee, Yi; Duan, Yunyun; Wang, Jisheng; Yu, Xiaohua; Deng, Sheng; Liu, Ruijia; Si, Hongmei; Li, Jiameng; Bao, Zhenmin

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“…For example, acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicines are recommended for cancer pain and serve to reduce opioid abuse. [27][28][29][30][31][32][33] TCM can also improve digestive symptoms, such as nausea, caused by radiotherapy and chemotherapy. [34][35][36] Moreover, psychiatric symptoms, such as anxiety and depression, in methamphetamine addicts during abstinence can be improved with electroacupuncture, 37 whereas depression-related insomnia and insomnia in cancer survivors can be treated with acupuncture, herbal medicines, and/or t'ai chi.…”

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Traditional Chinese Medicine Could Play an Important Role in Integrative Palliative Care in China

Zeng

Liu

Wang

et al. 2020

The Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine

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C hina has a large aging population, and tumorcarrying and senile patients are increasing along with their medical demand. However, China's medical resources are limited. Recently, experts have proposed a new concept called ''integrative palliative care'' (IPC) 1 that aims to improve efficacy of treatment and relieve pain. Similarly, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) also emphasizes improving symptoms and relieving discomfort. It is believed that both approaches will be helpful for meeting increases in medical requirements of elderly patients in China. Similarities Between TCM and IPC Similarity of core ideas Thousands of years ago, the TCM classic ''Inner Canon of Huangdi'' proposed ''heaven and nature united.'' This concept of the harmony between man, community, and nature is similar to holism-recognition of the primacy of body/mind/spirit-and is the foundation of integrative medicine and palliative care. Similarity of understanding of human health TCM focuses on both wellness and quality of life in serious illness, which coincides with the goals of IPC. They both consider the ''whole person'' (mind, body, and spirit).

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Traditional Chinese Medicine Could Play an Important Role in Integrative Palliative Care in China

Zeng

Liu

Wang

et al. 2020

The Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine

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Are Published Cancer Care Trial Protocols With Traditional Chinese Medicine Interventions Concordant With SPIRIT-TCM Extension 2018? A Scoping Review on Published Trial Protocols Between 2019 and 2022

Lai,

Yang,

Wang

et al. 2024

Integr Cancer Ther

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Background: The SPIRIT-TCM Extension 2018 was created to guide the design and reporting of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) clinical trial protocols. This study aims to investigate the extent of concordance with this guideline in the relevant field of cancer care research. Methods: A scoping review of TCM cancer trial protocols published in English and Chinese since January 2019 was conducted. Five major academic databases (MEDLINE, EMBASE, CINAHL, CENTRAL, and China National Knowledge Infrastructure) were searched. Concordance with the SPIRIT-TCM Extension 2018 was assessed by descriptive analysis. Results: Fifty-three TCM cancer care trial protocols were identified, comprising 23 acupuncture, 26 Chinese herbal medicine (CHM), and 4 Tai Chi/Qigong (TCQ) interventions. The majority of the checklist items had a low rate of concordance, especially in the reporting of quality control and safety, dosage, TCM diagnostic patterns, possible interactions between Western Medicine and TCM interventions, and TCM-related outcome assessments. Conclusions: Although the SPIRIT-TCM Extension 2018 guideline was established through extensive Delphi consultation, there are low rates of concordance between published TCM cancer care clinical trial protocols with the guideline. Further research is necessary to understand the low rate of concordance and how scientific rigors of reporting can be improved in TCM cancer care research.

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The effectiveness of acupuncture in cancer pain treatment

Krukowska,

Krzyśkowska,

Kuchta

et al. 2024

Front. Oncol.

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IntroductionIn recent years, pain has been recognized as a primary factor significantly diminishing the quality of life in cancer patients. Recent data have prompted the establishment and increased application of non-pharmacological interventions in pain management, such as acupuncture.ObjectivesThis review assesses literature from 2018 to 2023 on the impact of acupuncture on pain management and quality of life in cancer patients, with a particular focus on reducing pain intensity. The effectiveness of acupuncture therapy was compared with the traditional treatment of pain symptoms, with a focus on the patients’ quality of life.ConclusionsAlthough no conclusive scientific evidence confirms the effectiveness of acupuncture in treating cancer pain symptoms, numerous studies have demonstrated its ability to reduce pain, better control pain, decrease analgesic intake, and significantly improve patients’ quality of life. Further research is needed to unequivocally confirm the clinical benefits of acupuncture.

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A randomized controlled trial for acupuncture combined with conventional therapy in the treatment of pain caused by prostate cancer

Cited by 3 publications

References 11 publications

Traditional Chinese Medicine Could Play an Important Role in Integrative Palliative Care in China

Traditional Chinese Medicine Could Play an Important Role in Integrative Palliative Care in China

Are Published Cancer Care Trial Protocols With Traditional Chinese Medicine Interventions Concordant With SPIRIT-TCM Extension 2018? A Scoping Review on Published Trial Protocols Between 2019 and 2022

The effectiveness of acupuncture in cancer pain treatment

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