Acupuncture for insulin resistance in women with polycystic ovary syndrome
Part of Cancer, Hormones & metabolism, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This trial tests whether acupuncture can help improve insulin resistance in women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). It may offer a non-drug option to help manage blood sugar and related symptoms.
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Who can take part
- You are between 20 and 40 years old
- Your body mass index (BMI) is between 24 and 40
- You have been diagnosed with PCOS based on the Rotterdam criteria (at least two of: irregular periods, signs of high androgen, or polycystic ovaries on ultrasound)
- You have not taken any medications or received acupuncture in the past 3 months
- You are not pregnant or breastfeeding, and have not been in the last 6 months
- You do not smoke daily or drink alcohol regularly
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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