Experiences of Korean Medicine treatment in patients with Bell’s palsy: A qualitative study protocol

This study will explore the lived experiences of patients using KM for Bell's palsy and seek to understand the essence of their experiences. Utilizing Colaizzi's phenomenological approach, common themes in patients' experiences of receiving KM treatment will be uncovered. The findings are expected to provide valuable insights into healthcare professionals, potentially enhancing clinical practice and patient-centered care in the treatment of Bell's palsy.

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PLoS ONE
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2025-10-08
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https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0333488
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Facial Nerve Paralysis Treatment and Research
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Experiences of Korean Medicine treatment in patients with Bell’s palsy: A qualitative study protocol

Eunbyul Cho, Sungha Kim, Seung Eun Chung
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Facial Nerve Paralysis Treatment and Research
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Experiences of Korean Medicine treatment in patients with Bell’s palsy: A qualitative study protocol

Eunbyul Cho, Sungha Kim, Seung Eun Chung
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Abstract

This study will explore the lived experiences of patients using KM for Bell's palsy and seek to understand the essence of their experiences. Utilizing Colaizzi's phenomenological approach, common themes in patients' experiences of receiving KM treatment will be uncovered. The findings are expected to provide valuable insights into healthcare professionals, potentially enhancing clinical practice and patient-centered care in the treatment of Bell's palsy.

PLoS ONEVol. 20(10)
Korea National University of Transportation (KR), Korea Institute of Oriental Medicine (KR)
Openalex Percentile: Top 59%
Facial Nerve Paralysis Treatment and Research
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