Clinical practice guideline for Traditional Chinese Medicine: cervical radiculopathy.

ABSTRACT: Cervical radiculopathy (CR) poses a significant challenge due to its debilitating impact on physical function, daily activities, psychological well-being, and social engagement. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) has emerged as a valuable approach in managing CR. This study aims to present a comprehensive clinical practice guideline for the management of CR through TCM. Utilizing internationally recognized guideline standards, we meticulously developed this guideline. The Grading of Recommendations Assessment, Development, and Evaluation approach was employed to rigorously assess evidence quality and recommendation strength. Recommendations were formulated through the nominal group technique. Expert consensus identified nine clinical questions and twenty-three outcome indicators. After car

SUBMITTER: Tianxiao F 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12712293 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature