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New treatment option for Hot Flashes
Official title Men With Prostate Cancer: Optimizing Wellness by Enhanced Relief From Hot Flashes With Acupuncture
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07335224
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Prostate cancer is the most common cancer among men in the United States. Many men with prostate cancer are treated with hormone therapy, also called androgen deprivation therapy (ADT).
- 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 and older, men only
You may be able to join if
- Male
- At least 18 years of age
- Histologically or cytologically confirmed adenocarcinoma of prostate of any stage I-IV
- Undergoing androgen deprivation therapy (ADT) and/or androgen receptor pathway inhibitors
- Experiencing moderate to severe daily interference from hot flashes, as indicated by the Hot Flash Related Daily Interference Scale (score≥4)
You likely can't join if
- Severe or uncontrolled concurrent disease, infection or co-morbidity that, in the opinion of the Investigator, would make the patient inappropriate...
- Known hypersensitivity to the acupuncture needles
- Any condition that in the opinion of the Investigator would impair the patients' ability to comply with the study procedures
- Unable to comply with study requirements
- Use of acupuncture for hot flashes within 6 months prior to enrollment
See the full eligibility criteria
- Male
- At least 18 years of age
- Histologically or cytologically confirmed adenocarcinoma of prostate of any stage I-IV
- Undergoing androgen deprivation therapy (ADT) and/or androgen receptor pathway inhibitors
- Experiencing moderate to severe daily interference from hot flashes, as indicated by the Hot Flash Related Daily Interference Scale (score≥4)
- Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group (ECOG) performance status of 0-1
- Able to read, understand, and provide written informed consent
- Severe or uncontrolled concurrent disease, infection or co-morbidity that, in the opinion of the Investigator, would make the patient inappropriate for enrollment
- Known hypersensitivity to the acupuncture needles
- Any condition that in the opinion of the Investigator would impair the patients' ability to comply with the study procedures
- Unable to comply with study requirements
- Use of acupuncture for hot flashes within 6 months prior to enrollment
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Fairfax, Virginia, United States
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 male, 18 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Fairfax, Virginia, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.