Acupuncture for gallbladder pain relief
Part of Digestive system, Pain clinical trials.
This trial tests if acupuncture at a specific point (Yanglingquan) can quickly reduce severe pain caused by gallbladder inflammation (biliary colic). It may help people who are experiencing a gallbladder pain attack.
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Who can take part
- You have been diagnosed with gallbladder inflammation (cholecystitis).
- You are currently having severe gallbladder pain that you rate higher than 4 out of 10.
- You are between 18 and 65 years old.
- You are willing to try acupuncture and can give your consent.
- You are not needing emergency surgery or have serious complications like pancreatitis, infection, or a tumor.
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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