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Acupuncture for perimenopausal insomnia: A systematic review and meta-analysis protocol
Taipin Guo1, Man Jia, Yuhao Jin
1Yunnan University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Kunming The People's Hospital of Wenshan Prefecture, Wenshan, Yunnan Province Nanchang Hongdu Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Nanchang, Jiangxi Province, China.
Medicine
|June 15, 2018
Summary
This systematic review explores acupuncture's effectiveness for perimenopausal insomnia (PI). It aims to provide evidence on acupuncture's benefits and safety for women experiencing PI.
Area of Science:
- Integrative Medicine
- Women's Health
- Sleep Medicine
Background:
- Perimenopausal insomnia (PI) is a prevalent issue affecting many women.
- Acupuncture is increasingly utilized for PI due to its perceived minimal side effects.
- This study investigates the efficacy and safety of acupuncture as a treatment for PI.
Purpose of the Study:
- To systematically review randomized controlled trials (RCTs) on acupuncture for perimenopausal insomnia.
- To evaluate the effectiveness of acupuncture in improving sleep quality and related symptoms.
- To assess the safety profile of acupuncture treatments for PI.
Main Methods:
- Comprehensive literature search across multiple databases (MEDLINE, Cochrane, Web of Science, EMBASE, etc.) in English and Chinese.
- Inclusion of randomized controlled trials (RCTs) specifically addressing acupuncture for PI.
- Extraction of data on primary outcome (sleep quality) and secondary outcomes (hormone levels, side effects, insomnia severity, TCM symptoms).
Main Results:
- This systematic review will synthesize evidence from relevant RCTs.
- The findings will indicate the effectiveness of acupuncture for perimenopausal insomnia.
- Safety data, including side effects, will be analyzed.
Conclusions:
- The study will provide explicit evidence regarding the effectiveness of acupuncture for PI.
- It will offer a clear evaluation of the safety and side effects associated with acupuncture treatment for perimenopausal insomnia.
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