Low-frequency electroacupuncture for diabetic nerve pain
Part of Brain & nervous system, Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study tests whether a gentle electrical acupuncture treatment can reduce pain and numbness caused by diabetes-related nerve damage. Participants will receive treatment twice a week for 8 weeks to see if it improves symptoms and nerve function.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- Age 18–70 years old
- Diagnosed with diabetic peripheral neuropathy (nerve damage from diabetes) with specific nerve test findings and symptoms in both lower legs
- No severe heart, kidney, liver, or brain problems
- No open sores, ulcers, or gangrene on your legs or feet
- Have not had acupuncture or moxibustion treatment for this condition in the past 3 months
- Able to understand and sign informed consent, and willing to be randomly assigned to treatment or waitlist
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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