Electro-acupuncture for obesity with insulin resistance
Part of Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study tests whether electro-acupuncture (a type of acupuncture with mild electric pulses) can help people with obesity and insulin resistance improve their health. It may be an option if you're looking for a non-drug treatment for weight and blood sugar control.
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Who can take part
- You are between 21 and 65 years old.
- Your BMI is 25 or higher (overweight or obese).
- You have insulin resistance (a HOMA-IR score of 2.14 or higher).
- You have not used any other weight loss methods or medications in the last 3 months.
- You do not have diabetes, heart disease, bleeding problems, or other serious health conditions.
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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