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Efficacy and exploratory analysis of potential mechanisms of stellate ganglion block in alleviating sleep disturbance in generalized anxiety disorder: a randomized controlled trial excluding comorbid depression
ObjectiveTo investigate the efficacy and mechanisms of stellate ganglion block (SGB) in treating generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) with sleep disturbance, excluding patients with comorbid depression.MethodsThis double-blind randomized controlled ...
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Association of heart rate variability with preoperative acute insomnia in patients scheduled for elective surgery
ObjectiveHeart rate variability (HRV), which reflects the balance of the sympathetic and parasympathetic systems, is associated with insomnia. However, its relationship with preoperative acute insomnia has not yet been investigated. This study aim...
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Reducing scheduled evening training does not improve recruits' sleep duration or quality during British Army basic training
IntroductionSleep is critical to the health, wellbeing and performance of recruits during Army basic training, however, is often sacrificed due to the constraints of basic training schedules. In an effort to improve sleep duration of recruits, the...
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An analysis of electroacupuncture as adjunctive treatment for insomnia: a new perspective targeting GABA-mediated microbiome-gut-brain axis
IntroductionInsomnia is a prevalent psychiatric disorder that significantly impacts mental and physical health. Emerging evidence suggests that gut microbiota, particularly γ-aminobutyric acid (GABA) producing bacteria, plays a critical role in th...
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Acupuncture for chronic insomnia disorder: a systematic review with meta-analysis and trial sequential analysis
ObjectiveTo investigate the effect of placebo response to acupuncture on subjective and objective sleep indices in patients with chronic insomnia disorder and to understand the effectiveness of acupuncture in the treatment of chronic insomnia diso...
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Efficacy and mechanism of long-snake moxibustion for treating insomnia in breast cancer survivors: study protocol for a randomized controlled trial
BackgroundInsomnia (difficulty falling or staying asleep) is a common issue among breast cancer survivors, significantly impacting their quality of life. Current treatments, primarily pharmacological and psychological, have limitations: the former...
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The effect of chronic yoga interventions on sleep quality in people with sleep disorders: a scoping review
BackgroundPoor or insufficient sleep adversely affects various physiological and psychological functions, impacting body systems such as the endocrine, metabolic, and immune systems.ObjectivesDespite available pharmacological and non-pharmacologic...
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Investigation of negative emotions and sleep quality in gastric cancer patients and intervention strategies
ObjectiveThis study investigates the prevalence of negative emotions and sleep disturbances in gastric cancer patients, explores their relationship, and suggests targeted interventions to enhance their physical and mental well-being.MethodsA total...
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