Practice and Research Progress of Auricular Massage Therapy for Insomnia in Patients with Breast Cancer

Abstract

This paper discusses the practice and research progress of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) auricular acupuncture massage therapy for insomnia in breast cancer patients. Firstly, it introduces the background and significance of insomnia in breast cancer patients, pointing out the limitations of traditional treatment methods. It then elucidates the theoretical basis of TCM auricular acupuncture massage for insomnia, including ear acupuncture theory, the association between massage and insomnia, and the treatment mechanism. Subsequently, it describes the clinical practice of TCM auricular acupuncture massage in the treatment of insomnia in breast cancer patients, including research methods, practical processes, and result analysis. Finally, it summarizes the current research progress and prospects future research directions and trends.