A Holistic Medical Approach - The Effect of Traditional Chinese Medicine Therapy Program for Reinforcing Vital Energy on Breast Cancer Patients Undergoing Cancer Therapy

Status: Recruiting
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Intervention Type: Behavioral
Study Type: Interventional
Study Phase: Not Applicable
SUMMARY

The goal of this study is to evaluate the impact of the Traditional Chinese Medicine Therapy Program for Reinforcing Vital Energy on patients with breast cancer who are currently undergoing conventional Western medical treatments in Taiwan. The main questions it aims to answer are: Can the Traditional Chinese Medicine Therapy Program alleviate symptoms experienced by breast cancer patients? Does the program improve the quality of life for breast cancer patients receiving Western medical treatments? How does the program contribute to the management of side effects associated with Western oncological therapies? Participants will: Engage in the Traditional Chinese Medicine Therapy Program for Reinforcing Vital Energy provided by the Taiwan Compassionate Cancer Care Association. Receive supportive and educational services, including auxiliary Chinese medicine treatment courses, lifestyle and health education, and psychological counseling. This study seeks to integrate the concept of holistic healthcare, emphasizing coordinated care that encompasses physical, mental, and social aspects, into the treatment of breast cancer.

Eligibility
Participation Requirements
Sex: All
Minimum Age: 18
Maximum Age: 85
Healthy Volunteers: f
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• Individuals aged 18 years and above and below 85 years, willing to voluntarily participate in the study.

• Diagnosed with malignant breast tumors, ICD-10: C50, by conventional medicine.

• Patients currently undergoing cancer treatment, including chemotherapy, radiotherapy, or targeted therapy.

Locations
Other Locations
Taiwan
Taipei City Hospital
RECRUITING
Taipei
Contact Information
Primary
Yu-Hsuan Tai, MD
daidayangisele@gmail.com, DBB02@tpech.gov.tw
+886918130891
Backup
Chung-Hua Hsu, MD. PhD
Time Frame
Start Date: 2024-03-13
Estimated Completion Date: 2025-12-31
Participants
Target number of participants: 80
Treatments
Experimental: Traditional Chinese Medicine Therapy Program for Reinforcing Vital Energy
This study aims to evaluate whether the participation in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) supportive therapy courses, specifically the Traditional Chinese Medicine Therapy Program for Reinforcing Vital Energy , can enhance the quality of life of breast cancer patients undergoing treatment, increase their understanding and satisfaction with TCM adjunctive treatments, and bolster their confidence in cancer recovery. Evaluations will be conducted using pre- and post-tests spaced 4 to 6 weeks apart, during which participants will be administered three questionnaires.
Related Therapeutic Areas
Sponsors
Leads: Taipei City Hospital

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