Acupuncture for Parkinson's with chronic appendicitis
Part of Brain & nervous system clinical trials.
This trial tests whether acupuncture can help people with Parkinson's disease who also have chronic appendicitis. It aims to see if treating the appendix inflammation may also improve Parkinson's symptoms.
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Who can take part
- You have Parkinson's symptoms like slowness, tremor, or stiffness.
- A CT scan confirmed you have long-term inflammation of your appendix (chronic appendicitis).
- Your blood clotting function is normal.
- If you take Parkinson's medication, your dose has been steady for at least 2 weeks.
- You do not have serious health issues like stroke, severe heart disease, or major swallowing problems.
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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