Eye acupuncture therapy for insomnia: a systematic review and network meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

This study aims to comprehensively evaluate the efficacy and safety of eye acupuncture as a treatment modality for insomnia using advanced network Meta-analysis techniques.

Methods

A systematic and thorough search was performed across eight major databases, spanning from their inception to September 01, 2025, to identify pertinent studies. In accordance with a rigorous screening process, which involved assessing titles, abstracts, and full-text articles, we performed data extraction and quality appraisal.

Results

A total of 31 studies, which encompassed a diverse range of interventions, were included for detailed analysis and synthesis. The findings revealed that both eye acupuncture (EA) alone and in conjunction with other treatments, such as pharmacotherap

SUBMITTER: Shi Z 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12714621 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature