Ear Laser Acupuncture to Help Breast Cancer Patients Sleep
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This study tests whether a gentle laser treatment applied to specific points on the ear can help breast cancer patients who have trouble sleeping. The treatment is called auricular (ear) laser acupuncture, and researchers want to see if it can improve sleep quality without relying solely on sleep medications.
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Who can take part
- You are 18–75 years old
- You have been diagnosed with breast cancer (stages 1–3) confirmed by biopsy
- You have persistent insomnia (trouble falling or staying asleep) that meets medical diagnostic criteria
- You can attend at least 8 out of 10 treatment sessions over the study period
- You are willing not to start chemotherapy, radiation, or surgery while in the study
- You do not have other sleep disorders like sleep apnea or restless leg syndrome
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