Acupuncture for Urinary Issues in Prostate Cancer Survivors
Trial Summary
Will I have to stop taking my current medications?
The trial does not specify if you need to stop taking your current medications, but you cannot start new medications or change the dose of medications for urinary symptoms during the study.
What data supports the effectiveness of the treatment Acupuncture for Urinary Issues in Prostate Cancer Survivors?
Is acupuncture safe for prostate cancer survivors with urinary issues?
Acupuncture is generally considered safe for treating various conditions, including chronic prostatitis, with a good safety profile mentioned in research. However, as with any treatment, it's important to consult with a healthcare provider to ensure it's appropriate for your specific situation.16789
How is acupuncture different from other treatments for urinary issues in prostate cancer survivors?
Acupuncture is unique because it involves inserting thin needles into specific points on the body to potentially improve urinary symptoms, unlike conventional treatments that may rely on medication or surgery. It is a non-drug approach that can be combined with other therapies, such as pelvic floor muscle training, to enhance its effectiveness.1281011
What is the purpose of this trial?
The purpose of this study is to test whether acupuncture can improve nocturia in prostate cancer survivors. This is the first time acupuncture is being studied for nocturia in prostate cancer survivors. Researchers will see if acupuncture is a practical treatment option for prostate cancer survivors with nocturia. The study will also look at the effect acupuncture has on nocturia and other symptoms prostate cancer survivors experience such as insomnia, hot flashes, anxiety, depression, tiredness (fatigue), sexual dysfunction, and cognitive (mental) difficulties.
Research Team
Kevin Liou, MD
Principal Investigator
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
Eligibility Criteria
This trial is for prostate cancer survivors over 18 with no current evidence of cancer, experiencing frequent nighttime urination (nocturia). They must not have started new urinary medications or changed doses in the last month and can't have untreated sleep disorders, psychiatric conditions, or be at high risk for obstructive sleep apnea.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Treatment
Acupuncture group will receive 10 treatments of acupuncture over the course of 10 weeks (i.e. one treatment a week) with a +/- 14-day window.
Waitlist Control
The waitlist control group will not receive any acupuncture treatments during the 14-week waiting period. Patients in waitlist control group will have the option to receive up to 10 acupuncture treatments after a 14-week waiting period.
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after treatment
Treatment Details
Interventions
- Acupuncture
Acupuncture is already approved in United States, European Union, China for the following indications:
- Pain management
- Hot flashes
- Fatigue
- Sleep disturbances
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Neuropathy
- Pain management
- Hot flashes
- Fatigue
- Sleep disturbances
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Pain management
- Hot flashes
- Fatigue
- Sleep disturbances
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Neuropathy
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
Lead Sponsor