Battlefield-style ear acupuncture for hidradenitis pain
Part of Infections, Pain, Skin clinical trials.
This trial tests a type of ear acupuncture (“battlefield acupuncture”) to reduce pain from hidradenitis suppurativa, a long-term skin condition. You may be eligible if your hidradenitis pain is frequent and your treatments are stable.
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Who can take part
- Be 18 years old or older
- Have a diagnosis of hidradenitis suppurativa confirmed by a dermatologist
- Have enough hidradenitis pain that you experience it at least twice per week
- Be able to keep your current hidradenitis treatments the same during the study
- Not have an ear condition or ear disfigurement that would prevent ear acupuncture
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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