Laser acupuncture for hot flashes after menopause
Part of Hormones & metabolism, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This study tests whether a special type of laser acupuncture can reduce hot flashes in women who have gone through menopause. If you are between 50 and 60 and have bothersome hot flashes, this treatment might offer relief without medication.
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Who can take part
- You are a woman who has gone through menopause
- You are between 50 and 60 years old
- You are currently having hot flashes
- Your body mass index (BMI) is over 30 (considered obese)
- You have not had breast cancer, a heart attack, or a blood clot in the lung
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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