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New treatment option for Functional Dyspepsia
Official title Press Needle on Body Acupuncture Points and Auricular Acupuncture Points on Functional Dyspepsia
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07210294
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The aim of this study was to prove that press needle (PN) and medication are more effective in reducing symptoms and improving quality of life in people with functional dyspepsia compared to sham press needle (Sham PN) and medication. The main questions this study aims to answer are: Does the press needle and medication group reduce symptoms in people with functional dyspepsia as assessed by the Short Form-Leeds Dyspepsia Questionnaire (SF-LDQ) compared to the sham press-needle and medication group on days 7 and 14, compared to before therapy?
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 59
You may be able to join if
- Male or female aged 18-59 years
- Patients with functional dyspepsia
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD) results show no significant structural abnormalities or no structural abnormalities.
- Willing to participate in the research until completion and sign a letter of consent for medical action (informed consent).
You likely can't join if
- At the acupuncture point location there is inflammation, malignancy, and scar tissue.
- Deformity of the earlobe.
- History of allergies to stainless steel and plaster.
- Medical emergencies, impaired consciousness, pregnancy, history of diabetes mellitus, and history of keloid formation.
- History of digestive tract cancer, history of hepatobiliary cancer, history of chronic kidney failure stage 4 and 5, history of hyperthyroidism or...
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Jakarta Pusat, DKI Jakarta, Indonesia
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 59 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Jakarta Pusat, DKI Jakarta, Indonesia. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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