Laser Acupuncture to Reduce Fatigue in Dialysis Patients
Part of Kidney & urinary, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This study tests whether laser acupuncture—a non-invasive treatment using focused light on acupuncture points—can reduce the tiredness and fatigue that many dialysis patients experience. You would receive this treatment alongside your regular dialysis sessions.
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Who can take part
- You have end-stage renal disease (kidney failure) and receive regular hemodialysis treatment at least 3 times per week
- You are 18 years old or older
- You do not have an active infection or fever
- You do not have a pacemaker or other implanted heart device
- You do not have open wounds or sores at the sites where the laser treatment would be applied
- You are able and willing to give informed consent to participate
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