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Effects of Acupuncture on Symptoms of Stable Angina

RecruitingNAAges 21 Years - anyAllUniversity of California, Los Angeles
NCT06311461 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗
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What the trial is, and whether it could suit you

The goal of this clinical trial is to determine if a standardized 12-point acupuncture protocol will reduce pain in participants with stable angina. This study addresses the critical need to reduce persistent pain for angina. The investigators long-term goal is symptom management for diverse women and men with angina, targeting additional angina burden borne of social disadvantage Participants will be randomized to a 10-acupuncture session protocol, two treatments per week for five weeks, or an attention control group. Participants will view designated, non-pain related Technology, Entertainment, Design Talks equal to the time spent receiving acupuncture (\~7.5-10 hrs.). The investigators will test the efficacy of acupuncture for stable angina/chest pain syndrome to reduce pain and symptoms, improve health-related quality of life, reduce healthcare utilization and and improve patient

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📋 Eligibility rules (as published)
Inclusion Criteria: * Diagnosis of stable angina or chest pain syndrome for at least 1 month (pain, pressure, or discomfort in the chest or other areas of the upper body) * Treated with medical therapy for at least 1 month * Experiencing symptoms at least once per week * Speak and read English * 21 years of age minimum Exclusion Criteria: * Pregnancy as some acupuncture points included in the protocol are contraindicated in pregnancy * Physical or cognitive limitations that will prevent informed consent or completion of study tasks * Use of steroid or prescription analgesic medications * Concomitant biofeedback, professional massage and acupuncture.
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What it tests

  • Acupuncture
  • Attention control
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Where

1 site
UCLA School of Nursing
Los Angeles, United States
🤝 Taking part is your choice, and you can leave at any time. Only the trial team can confirm you are eligible — always decide together with your own doctor.
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