A5093259976- Acupuncture Treatment Research Studies
- Complementary and Alternative Medicine Studies
- Healthcare and Venom Research
- Pain Management and Placebo Effect
- Cancer survivorship and care
University of Illinois Chicago
2023-2025
University of Illinois System
2024
Background Breast cancer survivors on endocrine therapy frequently experience multiple symptoms that significantly impact their quality of life. Acupuncture has shown potential in managing these but remains less accessible for medically underserved populations. Objective This study aimed to explore the acceptability, challenges, and facilitators acupuncture integration from perspective health system partners. Interventions/Methods Using a convergent mixed-methods approach Consolidated...
Background/Objectives: Breast cancer survivors undergoing long-term endocrine therapy often experience multiple symptoms, including pain, fatigue, sleep disturbance, hot flashes, anxiety, and depression. This study explored the feasibility acceptability of integrating acupuncture for symptom management in medically underserved breast survivors. Methods: randomized controlled trial was conducted at two clinics serving populations. (N = 62) were to receive (n 31) or usual care 31). The group...