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
- NCT06978816Recruiting
Ear pressure points plus pain meds for kidney stone relief
This study tests whether pressing specific points on the ear, along with pain medicine, can relieve kidney stone pain faster than pain medicine alone. It's designed for people with confirmed kidney stones and moderate to severe pain who haven't taken pain relievers recently.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–75 - NCT07177820Recruiting
Virtual group acupuncture for chemo-related nerve pain
This study tests if virtual group acupuncture can help reduce nerve pain and numbness caused by chemotherapy (called CIPN). It is for people who finished taxane-based chemo for early-stage breast cancer and still have symptoms.
Charlestown, MassachusettsAges 18–80 - NCT07365345Recruiting
Electrical Stimulation for Low Blood Pressure During TAVR
This study tests whether electrical stimulation at specific points on the body can help prevent low blood pressure during TAVR, a minimally invasive heart valve procedure. It may help people who are at risk for blood pressure drops during surgery.
Xi'an, ShannxiAges 60 years+ - NCT07124390Recruiting
Electroacupuncture for stubborn overactive bladder
This study tests whether electroacupuncture (a type of acupuncture with mild electrical stimulation) can help women whose overactive bladder symptoms have not responded to usual treatments. If you join, you will receive electroacupuncture sessions and be monitored to see if your symptoms improve.
London, United KingdomAges 18 years+ - NCT05982223Recruiting
Integrative medicine for lymphoma survivors in early remission
This study explores how integrative medicine (such as nutrition, mind-body practices, or supplements) might help people recover and improve well-being after finishing lymphoma treatment. It is for patients who are in remission for less than one year.
HaifaAges 18 years+ - NCT06284993Recruiting
Acupuncture for chronic heel pain: testing different schedules
This study tests whether acupuncture given at different frequencies (how often you get it) can help relieve chronic heel pain from plantar fasciitis. It may help you if you've had persistent pain for at least 6 months and have not tried certain recent treatments.
BeijingAges 18–75 - NCT07023926Recruiting
Acupuncture to prevent menstrual migraine
This study tests whether acupuncture can reduce the number of migraine headaches around your period. If you often get migraines with your menstrual cycle, this treatment might help prevent them.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–45 - NCT07870811Recruiting
Wellness program to improve quality of life after organ transplant
This study tests a program of exercise, education, and other non-drug activities to help people who have had an organ transplant feel better and improve their daily lives. It is for people who are at least one year past their transplant and have some quality-of-life concerns.
Palermo, PalermoAges 25–65 - NCT06584409Recruiting
Laser Acupuncture vs Standard for Migraine – Blood Test Study
This trial tests whether laser acupuncture can help migraines by checking two substances in your blood (MMP2 and CGRP). You may be able to join if you have migraines and are not pregnant.
Taichung, TaichangAges 18 years+ - NCT07771296Recruiting
Using smart technology to improve diagnosis of jaw muscle pain
This study uses machine learning and MRI scans to better diagnose jaw muscle pain, which could lead to more tailored treatments. If you have persistent jaw pain that hasn't responded to basic painkillers, this trial might help you find a clearer diagnosis.
New Taipei City, SanxiaAges 18–70 - NCT07271225Recruiting
Ear acupuncture for nausea from TB drugs
This study tests whether ear acupuncture can help reduce nausea and vomiting caused by tuberculosis medications. It is for people who are at least 17 years old, have drug-sensitive or certain types of drug-resistant TB, and feel sick after taking their TB pills.
Jakarta, Jakarta TimurAges 17 years+ - NCT07235488Recruiting
Integrative Medicine for Sudden Hearing Loss
This trial tests a combination of treatments (integrative medicine) for people who have just lost their hearing suddenly. It may help improve hearing recovery if started early.
TaichungAges 18 years+ - NCT07208019Recruiting
Electroacupuncture for memory and thinking after stroke
This study tests whether electroacupuncture (using tiny electric pulses through thin needles) can help improve memory, focus, and thinking after a stroke. If you have mild to moderate thinking problems after a stroke, this treatment may help support your recovery.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 35–80 - NCT07094282Recruiting
Integrative therapies study for chronic back or neck pain
This study is testing integrative medicine therapies for chronic back or neck pain. It is for military members and their families who receive care at Nellis Air Force Base. The goal is to see if these therapies can help reduce pain and improve quality of life.
Nellis Air Force Base, NevadaAges 18 years+ - NCT07003763Recruiting
Electroacupuncture for depression in cancer patients
This trial tests whether electroacupuncture can help treat depression caused by cancer or its treatments. It may be a safe option for people who have not tried acupuncture before and are not currently receiving active cancer treatments.
ShanghaiAges 18–75 - NCT06978205Recruiting
Balloon dilation for urine retention after spinal cord injury
This trial tests if a balloon dilation procedure in the urethra can help people with spinal cord injury empty their bladder naturally. It looks at whether the treatment reduces the need for catheters.
Jinan, ShandongAges 18–80 - NCT06978335Enrolling by invitation
Acupoint stimulation for better wound pain relief after surgery
This study tests if gentle stimulation of acupoints (like acupressure or a small device) can ease pain from a surgical wound. It is for adults who are having a surgery with a long incision and will be using a pain pump afterward.
Taipei, Peitou DistAges 18 years+ - NCT06931743Recruiting
Electrical stimulation for pain after thyroid surgery
This trial tests if electrical stimulation can help reduce pain after thyroid surgery. It is for people who have at least moderate pain after their operation.
Shanghai, Changning DistrictAges 18 years+ - NCT06910540Recruiting
Acu-TENS for pain and stress in IVF
This trial tests if acu-TENS, a needle-free acupressure device, can reduce pain and stress in women before and during an embryo transfer procedure. It's designed for women going through IVF treatment.
Hong KongAges 18 years+ - NCT06899490Recruiting
Acupuncture study for anxiety with tongue analysis
This trial uses machine learning to analyze tongue color and anxiety scores in people getting acupuncture for anxiety. It aims to see if tongue color can help predict treatment response.
NarbonneAges 18 years+ - NCT06828679Recruiting
AI system to improve arm recovery after stroke
This trial tests whether an AI-powered system can help improve arm movement in people who had a stroke 1 to 6 months ago. It uses electrical stimulation to activate muscles and may lead to better recovery.
Hong Kong, Sha TinAges 65–80 - NCT06782815Recruiting
Acupuncture for stress-related insomnia in young adults
This trial tests whether specific acupuncture points can improve sleep in people with insomnia linked to stress and mood. It focuses on adults under 40 who have had trouble sleeping for at least two weeks.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 18–40 - NCT06772961Recruiting
Electrical stimulation on acupoints to reduce breathing problems after surgery
This trial tests whether mild electrical stimulation at specific acupoints (on the arm and hand) before and after surgery can lower the chance of breathing complications when you wake up from general anesthesia.
Nanjing, JiangsuAges 18–100 - NCT06772935Recruiting
Acupuncture for nerve pain from breast cancer chemo
This trial tests if electroacupuncture can help with nerve pain or numbness caused by taxane chemotherapy for breast cancer. It may offer relief for ongoing symptoms after treatment.
Xining, QinghaiAges 18–75
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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.