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Acupuncture for Cancer-Related Cognitive Impairment
Study Summary
This trial is testing whether acupuncture can help with cognitive difficulties in cancer patients.
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Inclusion Criteria
You may be eligible if you check “Yes” for the criteria belowTimeline
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Study Objectives
Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.Side effects data
From 2013 Phase 1 & 2 trial • 104 Patients • NCT01305811Trial Design
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- My disease is currently active.I haven't started or changed any sleep, calm, or mood medications in the last 8 weeks.I finished my initial cancer treatment over a month ago but may be on maintenance therapy.I am willing to follow the study's procedures and accept being randomly assigned to real or sham acupuncture.I am 18 years old or older.I have been diagnosed with a brain disorder such as Alzheimer's or Parkinson's.I have used acupuncture for cognitive issues in the last 3 months.You score 10 or higher on a memory and concentration test called the Blessed Orientation-Memory-Concentration (BOMC) screening instrument.You have a mental health condition that is not under control.You must report having a lot of trouble concentrating or remembering on a specific questionnaire called the EORTC QLQ-C30.You have to say "Yes" to certain questions that show your thinking abilities have gotten worse since your cancer diagnosis.I have been diagnosed with breast, colorectal, prostate, or gynecological cancer.
- Screening: It may take up to 3 Weeks to process to see if you qualify in this trial.
- Treatment: The duration you will receive the treatment varies.
- Follow Ups: You may be asked to continue sharing information regarding the trial for 6 Months after you stop receiving the treatment.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the geographical scope of this trial?
"Currently, 6 clinical sites are recruiting for this study. The nearby locations of Uniondale, Middletown and Commack can help to reduce the travel burden for participants who wish to join in on the trial. There are also other centres available should these not be suitable."
Has the FDA sanctioned Acupuncture as a valid medical therapy?
"The safety of Acupuncture is rated at 2 due to Phase 2 trial findings, which provide evidence for its protective qualities but not yet effectiveness."
Is this research endeavor currently enrolling participants?
"Per clinicaltrials.gov, this medical trial has ceased recruiting participants since it was last amended on May 16th 2022. Notwithstanding, 4377 additional studies are actively enrolling patients at the moment."
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