Association of acupuncture combined with therapeutic massage with clinical outcomes in cervical radiculopathy: A retrospective cohort study.

1. Incidental diagnoses, uncertainty about etiology, progression, and treatment, and unclear explanations hinder understanding, emotional adjustment, and treatment adherence. 2. Poor coordination between specialists and primary care overloads patients and reduces system efficiency. 3. Unrecognized caregiver roles and uncertain prognosis undermine long-term engagement and confidence in care plans.