Acupuncture plus medication for pain after gynecologic surgery
Treatments studied
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This study tests whether adding a type of acupuncture (TEAS) to pain medication can better control pain after laparoscopic gynecologic surgery. It aims to improve recovery and comfort.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 65 years old.
- You are in good physical condition (classified as ASA I or II).
- Your body mass index (BMI) is between 18.5 and 30.
- Your skin where acupuncture would go is healthy (no sores or infection).
- You are not allergic to the study drugs.
- You have not used painkillers in the past week.
- You do not have diabetes, heart attack history, or stroke history.
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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