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[Acupuncture for delayed sleep-wake phase disorder: a randomized controlled trial].

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  • 1Department of Acupuncture-Moxibustion, Yueyang Hospital of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, Shanghai University of TCM, Shanghai 200437, China.

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Acupuncture significantly improved sleep quality and daytime function in patients with delayed sleep-wake phase disorder (DSWPD). The treatment enhanced sleep duration, efficiency, and reduced nighttime awakenings, potentially by lowering plasma cortisol levels.

Keywords:
acupuncturecircadian rhythmdelayed sleep-wake phase disorderrandomized controlled trial (RCT)sleep-wake

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Area of Science:

  • Integrative and Complementary Medicine
  • Sleep Medicine
  • Acupuncture Research

Background:

  • Delayed Sleep-Wake Phase Disorder (DSWPD) significantly impacts sleep patterns and daytime functioning.
  • Effective treatment strategies for DSWPD are crucial for improving patient quality of life.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the clinical efficacy of acupuncture in managing DSWPD.
  • To assess acupuncture's effects on objective sleep parameters, subjective sleep quality, and hormonal markers.

Main Methods:

  • 84 DSWPD patients were randomized into acupuncture and placebo groups.
  • Acupuncture was administered at specific acupoints (BL 62, KI 6, LI 4, LR 3, ST 36, SP 6) over 8 weeks.
  • Objective sleep (actigraphy) and subjective measures (MEQ, ISI, FSS, ESS) were assessed, along with plasma cortisol levels.

Main Results:

  • Acupuncture improved total sleep time, sleep efficiency, and reduced awakenings compared to placebo.
  • Patients receiving acupuncture showed significant improvements in morningness-eveningness, insomnia, fatigue, and sleepiness scores.
  • Plasma cortisol levels were reduced in the acupuncture group post-treatment.

Conclusions:

  • Acupuncture is effective in improving sleep and wake patterns in DSWPD patients.
  • The treatment enhances sleep quality and daytime function, with potential mechanisms involving cortisol regulation.
  • Acupuncture offers a viable therapeutic option for DSWPD management.