Acupuncture for Parkinson's with chronic appendicitis
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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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