Acupuncture for stable chest pain
Part of Heart & circulation, Pain clinical trials.
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.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You have been diagnosed with stable angina or chest pain (such as pressure or discomfort in your chest or upper body) for at least 1 month.
- You are on medical treatment for your chest pain and have been for at least 1 month.
- You have chest pain symptoms at least once a week.
- You are 21 years old or older.
- You can speak and read English.
- You are not pregnant, and you are not using steroid or prescription pain medications, or getting other therapies like massage, biofeedback, or 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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