Effectiveness of non-pharmacological interventions for pain management in patients with cancer:a protocol for systematic review and network meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Pain management in patients with cancer is a critical aspect of oncological care, yet remains challenging with current pharmacological therapies. Non-pharmacological interventions, offering potential benefits without the adverse effects of drugs, have gained attention. However, the effectiveness of these diverse non-pharmacological interventions is not well understood, creating a gap in clinical practice. This study aims to conduct a systematic review and network meta-analysis (NMA) to evaluate the efficacy of various non-pharmacological interventions for pain management in patients with cancer, providing evidence-based guidance for clinicians and patients.

Methods and analysis

A systematic review and Bayesian NMA will be performed. To assess the efficacy of int

SUBMITTER: Ye L 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11529465 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature