Acupuncture for faster recovery after colorectal cancer surgery
Part of Cancer, Digestive system clinical trials.
This trial tests whether acupuncture can help you recover faster after colorectal cancer surgery. If you're having surgery to remove colorectal cancer, this study may help improve your bowel function and reduce pain.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You have colorectal cancer and are scheduled for surgery to remove the tumor.
- You are between 18 and 79 years old.
- You have not had chemotherapy or radiation in the last 6 months, or major abdominal surgery in the last month.
- You are generally healthy enough for surgery (classified as ASA I, II, or III).
- You are not pregnant, breastfeeding, or have uncontrolled infections or serious health conditions.
- You haven't had a bad reaction to acupuncture before and are not afraid of needles.
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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