Acupuncture treatment for children with tic disorders
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests if acupuncture can help reduce tics (sudden, repeated movements or sounds) in children. Children will receive acupuncture for at least 2 months and may also have MRI brain scans to see how treatment works.
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Who can take part
- Your child must be between 5 and 18 years old
- Your child must have a diagnosed tic disorder (either brief tics or ongoing motor or vocal tics)
- Your child must be right-handed
- Your child must not have had regular acupuncture before for tics
- Your child must be able to attend acupuncture sessions for at least 2 months
- Your child must be able to have an MRI scan of the brain
- You and your child must agree to participate and sign consent forms
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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