Acupuncture, ear acupressure and nicotine patches for quitting smoking
Treatments studied
This trial tests whether adding acupuncture and ear acupressure to nicotine replacement therapy helps people quit smoking. If you smoke at least 10 cigarettes a day, are 18 or older, and can read Chinese, you may be eligible.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years old or older.
- You smoke at least 10 traditional cigarettes every day.
- You have a smartphone with internet access.
- You can read and write in Chinese.
- You have not used acupuncture for smoking or any other condition before.
- You are not pregnant, breastfeeding, or using blood-thinning medications.
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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