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Integrating Traditional Chinese Medicine massage therapy with machine learning: A new trend in future healthcare

Yichun Shen1, Shuyi Wang1, Yuhan Shen1, Hua Xing2


1School of Health Science and Engineering, University of Shanghai for Science and Technology, Shanghai 200093, China. 2Yueyang Hospital of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, Shanghai 200080, China.


Address correspondence to: Shuyi Wang, School of Health Science and Engineering, University of Shanghai for Science and Technology, NO.516, Jungong Road, Shanghai 200093, China. E-mail: wangshuyi@usst.edu.cn.


DOI: https://doi.org/10.61189/721472czacxf


Received April 12, 2024; Accepted July 11, 2024; Published September 30, 2024


Highlights

● Machine learning can enhance the individualization of treatment in Chinese massage.

● An intelligent system improves the efficiency of Traditional Chinese Medicine massage therapy.

● The integration of Traditional Chinese Medicine Massage Therapy with machine learning represents a new trend in future healthcare.


Abstract

The growing demand for healthcare has brought Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) massage therapy into the spotlight in academic circles. Numerous studies have underscored the effectiveness of TCM massage in health promotion, disease amelioration, and quality of life enhancement. However, the field faces challenges such as inconsistent training and inadequate transfer of experiential knowledge. Recently, machine learning has shown potential in the medical field and its application in TCM massage therapy offers new developmental opportunities. This paper reviews key research areas exploring the synergy between machine learning and Chinese massage therapy, including acupoint localization and identification, massage practice, and personalized treatment plans. It summarizes progress and identifies the challenges in integrating these technologies. Despite potential risks, merging these technologies is poised to be a trend in future healthcare, driven by advances in computer technology and the needs of TCM practitioners.

Keywords: Traditional Chinese medicine, machine learning, massage therapy

Shen YC, Wang SY, Shen YH, et al. Integrating Traditional Chinese Medicine massage therapy with machine learning: A new trend in future healthcare. Prog in Med Devices. 2024 Sept;2(3):97-104. doi: 10.61189/721472czacxf.
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