Clinical trials
Acupuncture clinical trials
Below are recruiting acupuncture clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 161 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07528300Recruiting
Acupuncture for pain relief in muscle injury patients
This study tests whether a type of acupuncture called "battlefield acupuncture" can help reduce pain in people hospitalized with rhabdomyolysis—a serious muscle injury that causes muscle breakdown and pain. Researchers want to see if this treatment helps patients feel better while they're in the hospital.
TAMC, HawaiiAges 18–99 - NCT07506122Recruiting
Acupuncture for chronic constipation: dose study
This trial tests different amounts of acupuncture to see which dose works best for chronic constipation. It may help if you have had constipation for at least 6 months and have fewer than 2 complete bowel movements per week without using laxatives.
Wuhan, HubeiAges 18–75 - NCT05855421Recruiting
Ear acupuncture sessions for moderate depression during COVID
This trial tests whether auricular (ear) acupuncture can safely improve symptoms of moderate depression during the COVID period. You may be able to join if you’re an adult with moderate depression and can attend the study sessions.
Palhoça, Santa CatarinaAges 18–50 - NCT06313866Recruiting
Herbal sniffing therapy plus acupuncture for stroke-related thinking problems
This trial tests if combining traditional Chinese herbal sniffing therapy with electroacupuncture can improve memory and thinking after a stroke. It may help people who are still in the early recovery phase.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges Up to 70 years - NCT07305025Recruiting
Acupuncture for pelvic pain in endometriosis
This trial tests if electro-acupuncture can help reduce pelvic pain in women with suspected endometriosis. You would receive acupuncture treatments and be followed to see if your pain improves.
TrondheimAges 18–45 - NCT07285707Recruiting
Acupuncture and herbs for long COVID
This small study tests whether acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine can help relieve common long COVID symptoms like fatigue, cough, brain fog, and pain. It might be a good fit if you are struggling with ongoing symptoms after COVID and are looking for a treatment approach that isn't just more medication.
Whittier, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06311461Recruiting
Acupuncture for stable chest pain
This trial tests whether acupuncture can help relieve symptoms of stable angina, a type of chest pain that happens when your heart isn't getting enough blood. If you have chest pain at least once a week and are already on heart medications, you may be able to join.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 21 years+ - NCT07210294Recruiting
Acupressure for stomach discomfort
This study tests if pressing on specific body and ear points can help relieve symptoms of functional dyspepsia, a condition where the stomach feels uncomfortable without any clear damage. It may offer a drug-free way to manage symptoms like pain, bloating, or nausea.
Jakarta Pusat, DKI JakartaAges 18–59 - NCT06858709Recruiting
Electroacupuncture for nerve pain from chemotherapy
This trial tests if adding electroacupuncture, a gentle type of acupuncture using mild electric pulses, can help relieve nerve pain, tingling, or numbness caused by chemotherapy in people with cancer.
Wuhan, HubeiAges 18 years+ - NCT07201194Recruiting
Acupuncture for chemotherapy nausea
This trial tests if acupuncture can help reduce nausea in people who still feel sick despite taking their regular anti-nausea medication during chemotherapy.
VejleAges 18 years+ - NCT07197710Recruiting
Imagined acupuncture for pain after spine surgery
This trial tests if imagining acupuncture, guided by a video, can help reduce pain after spinal surgery. It is for adults having their first spine surgery on one or two bones.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT07183683Recruiting
Acupuncture for bladder problems in women with MS
This study tests whether stimulating acupuncture points on the lower leg can help women with multiple sclerosis who have overactive bladder symptoms like urgency, frequent urination, or leaking. It is for women with relapsing-remitting MS who are not using a catheter regularly.
Berlin, State of BerlinAges 18–60 - NCT06952959Recruiting
Cosmetic acupuncture for skin and face health
This trial studies cosmetic acupuncture to see how it affects the skin and face. It is for people aged 30 to 60 who have not had acupuncture for beauty recently and do not have certain medical conditions or injections on their face.
TaichungAges 30–60 - NCT07076836Recruiting
Electroacupuncture for lung cancer patients on immunotherapy
This study tests whether adding electroacupuncture at a specific point on the leg (called Zusanli) can help people with lung cancer who are getting chemotherapy and immunotherapy before surgery. It might reduce side effects and improve response to treatment.
Chengdu, SichuanAges 18–80 - NCT06316583Recruiting
Dry needling for painful periods study
This trial tests whether dry needling (a type of acupuncture) can help relieve primary dysmenorrhea (painful periods without another cause). It compares the effects on specific acupoints to see which works best.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–30 - NCT07071987Recruiting
Acupuncture for bowel recovery after colon cancer surgery
This trial tests if thread embedding acupuncture can help your bowels start working again faster after surgery for colorectal cancer. It may reduce discomfort and speed up recovery.
Yangzhou, JiangsuAges 18–80 - NCT07021352Recruiting
Ear acupuncture for emotional distress in military with PTSD
This trial tests whether ear acupuncture can help active-duty service members and veterans who have emotional distress related to PTSD. You will also receive mindfulness therapy as part of the study.
Fairfield, CaliforniaAges 18–65 - NCT06967909Recruiting
Tai Chi vs. Acupuncture for Migraine Prevention
This study compares Tai Chi and acupuncture to see which is better at preventing migraines and improving brain health. If you are a Chinese woman in Hong Kong who gets migraines 2 to 14 days per month, you may be able to join.
Hung HomAges 18 years+ - NCT06924918Enrolling by invitation
Scalp acupuncture for chronic tic disorders in children
This trial tests whether scalp acupuncture can help children aged 4-12 with chronic tic disorders (like motor or vocal tics). It may be an option for kids who can't take standard medications or want to avoid them.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 4–12 - NCT06926140Recruiting
Acupuncture with immunotherapy for advanced lung cancer
This trial tests if adding acupuncture to standard immunotherapy and chemotherapy helps people with advanced lung cancer. It is for those who have not had treatment before and whose tumors have low PD-L1 levels.
Hefei, AnhuiAges 18–75 - NCT06888219Enrolling by invitation
Acupuncture for Swallowing and Tube Removal After Brain Injury
This study tests if acupuncture on the ear and body can help people with severe brain injuries regain the ability to swallow safely and have their breathing tube removed. It's for patients who are at least 1 month but no more than 3 months after a stroke or brain bleed.
FlorenceAges 18 years+ - NCT06875102Recruiting
Treating fatigue in Sjögren's syndrome with auricular stimulation
This trial tests three non-medication strategies for fatigue in Sjögren's syndrome, including a type of ear stimulation. It aims to find a better way to help people who have had fatigue for at least 6 months with no clear cause.
Saint-EtienneAges 18 years+ - NCT06834022Enrolling by invitation
Comparing acupuncture and brain stimulation for migraine
This study compares two non-drug treatments—acupuncture and a gentle form of brain stimulation (tDCS)—to see which one helps reduce migraine headaches better. It's for people who have at least 4 migraine days per month and have never tried acupuncture before.
Ljubljana, LjubljanaAges 18–65 - NCT06814977Recruiting
Acupuncture for joint pain in cancer survivors
This study tests whether acupuncture can help reduce joint pain in cancer survivors. If you have bothersome joint pain that has lasted at least a month, acupuncture might offer relief.
New York, New YorkAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for acupuncture?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 161 recruiting acupuncture studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a acupuncture trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a acupuncture trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
Related conditions
Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.