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New treatment option for Trigger Point Pain, Myofascial
Official title Clinical Study on Dry Needling for Primary Dysmenorrhea and Its Preliminary Correlation With Acupoints
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06316583
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Primary dysmenorrhea refers to menstrual pain not caused by pelvic organic lesions, commonly seen in young women, significantly affecting patients' quality of life. Dry needling therapy targeting myofascial trigger points for primary dysmenorrhea has been preliminarily applied in clinical settings.
- You might receive a placebo (an inactive treatment) instead of the study drug, decided by chance. You may not know which one you got.
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 30, women only
You may be able to join if
- All participants diagnosed explicitly by a gynecologist as having primary dysmenorrhea without pelvic organic lesions.
- Aged between 18 and 30 years.
- A history of cyclical menstrual pain for more than 2 years.
- Pain greater than 30mm on the Visual Analog Scale (VAS, 0-100mm).
- Participants must sign an informed consent form and be willing to undergo acupuncture treatment and cooperate to complete the relevant procedures of...
You likely can't join if
- Those suffering from secondary dysmenorrhea or any other reproductive and urinary system diseases, such as endometriosis.
- A history of pregnancy, miscarriage, or planning for pregnancy. Individuals with skin infections on the abdomen and lower back.
- Past use of acupuncture therapy or other needling treatments.
- Those with a history of mental illness and severe diseases of the heart, liver, brain, kidneys, hematopoietic system, etc.
- Within the past 6 months, individuals referred to pain clinics, those who have used pain relievers like morphine or pethidine, or those allergic to...
- Individuals who have had adverse reactions to acupuncture (e.g., fainting).
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Beijing, Beijing Municipality, 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 female, 18 years to 30 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Beijing, Beijing Municipality, China. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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