Laser acupuncture for high blood pressure in dialysis patients
Part of Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This study tests whether laser acupuncture can help lower blood pressure in people who are on dialysis. If you are between 18 and 65 and receiving dialysis, this treatment might offer a drug-free way to manage your blood pressure.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 65 years old
- You are currently on hemodialysis
- You can attend at least three light therapy sessions
- You have not had a kidney transplant
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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