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Compares treatment options for Hand Osteoarthritis
Official title Acupuncture vs Sham Acupuncture for Hand Osteoarthritis
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05267093
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The investigators plan to conduct this multicentered, sham-controlled randomized clinical trial to evaluate the efficacy and safety of acupuncture for clinical symptomatic improvement of hand OA.
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 to 80
You may be able to join if
- Diagnosed as hand OA according to the American College of Rheumatology (ACR) clinical classification criteria
- History of hand OA for at least 3 months before enrollment and history of taking nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) to treat hand OA
- Aged 18-80 years
- At least 40 mm in visual analog scale (VAS) on the average pain intensity of the dominant hand over the last 48 hours (patients applying NSAIDs at...
- Posterior-anterior radiographs of the dominant hand shows Kellgren-Lawrence grade 1, 2, or 3 changes in symptomatic joints
You likely can't join if
- History or current evidence of secondary OA (due to causes other than a solely degenerative joint disease) or symptomatic OA at additional locations...
- History of inflammatory arthritis (such as rheumatoid arthritis (RA) or psoriatic arthritis), hemochromatosis, metabolic, or neuropathic...
- History of trauma, dislocation or operation to the hand or arm in the previous 3 months;
- Hand pain and stiffness due to tissue scarring or tendinitis;
- Skin damage or serious skin disorders in the hands;
- Intake of antidepressants, anticonvulsants, vascular or narcotics during the 10 days prior to beginning the study;
See the full eligibility criteria
- Diagnosed as hand OA according to the American College of Rheumatology (ACR) clinical classification criteria
- History of hand OA for at least 3 months before enrollment and history of taking nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) to treat hand OA
- Aged 18-80 years
- At least 40 mm in visual analog scale (VAS) on the average pain intensity of the dominant hand over the last 48 hours (patients applying NSAIDs at the screening have to have an increase in pain in the dominant hand of ≥...
- Posterior-anterior radiographs of the dominant hand shows Kellgren-Lawrence grade 1, 2, or 3 changes in symptomatic joints
- Negative results in both rheumatoid factor and anticyclonic citrullinated peptide
- Able to comply with the study protocol and understand the medical information forms
- Voluntarily sign the informed consent
- History or current evidence of secondary OA (due to causes other than a solely degenerative joint disease) or symptomatic OA at additional locations besides the hand(s) requiring treatment, or any painful syndrome of...
- History of inflammatory arthritis (such as rheumatoid arthritis (RA) or psoriatic arthritis), hemochromatosis, metabolic, or neuropathic arthropathies;
- History of trauma, dislocation or operation to the hand or arm in the previous 3 months;
- Hand pain and stiffness due to tissue scarring or tendinitis;
- Skin damage or serious skin disorders in the hands;
- Intake of antidepressants, anticonvulsants, vascular or narcotics during the 10 days prior to beginning the study;
- Oral, intramuscular, intra-articular or intravenous corticosteroids, or hyaluronic acid injection within 3 months preceding enrollment;
- Serious uncontrolled medical conditions such as cancer, uncontrolled cardiovascular disorder, severe hepatic/renal insufficiency or coagulation disorder;
- Known phobic to acupuncture or received acupuncture treatment within 4 weeks prior to enrollment.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Beijing, China
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years to 80 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Beijing, China. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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