Acupuncture for tiredness after lung cancer treatment
Part of Cancer, Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This trial tests whether acupuncture can reduce fatigue in people who have finished lung cancer treatment. If you feel very tired and have completed treatment at least 8 weeks ago, this study might help you find relief.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You have had lung cancer and finished your main treatment (surgery, radiation, or chemo) at least 8 weeks ago.
- You are between 18 and 75 years old.
- You feel very tired (a score of 4 or more on a 0-10 tiredness scale) and this tiredness is related to your cancer or its treatment.
- You are generally able to take care of yourself (able to do light activities, up and about most of the day).
- You have not had acupuncture for cancer-related tiredness in the past month.
- You are not pregnant, planning to become pregnant soon, or breastfeeding.
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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