Yangshimtang-gamibang Therapy for Sleep Disorder Caused by a Traffic Accident: A Case Report

Abstract

This report describes the efficacy of using <i>Yangshimtang-gamibang</i> for a sleep disorder caused by a traffic accident. We treated a patient with <i>Yangshimtang-gamibang</i> for 12 days for sleep disorder caused by a traffic accident. To evaluate the results, we used the Korean Modified Leeds Sleep Evaluation Questionnaire (KMLSEQ) to measure sleep disorder. The degree of sleep disorder was also evaluated using the Numerical Rating Scale (NRS). The generic health status was evaluated using the European Quality of Life-5 Dimensions (EQ-5D) scale. Improvements in the NRS and EQ-5D scale scores were observed after the treatments. The change in the KMLSEQ score indicates that the patient's sleep disorder was relieved. The results of this case study suggest that <i>Yangshimtang-gamibang</i> may be an effective treatment for sleep disorders caused by traffic accident.