32 Participants Needed

Battlefield Acupuncture for Hidradenitis Suppurativa

Age: 18+
Sex: Any
Trial Phase: Academic
Sponsor: Wayne State University
No Placebo GroupAll trial participants will receive the active study treatment (no placebo)
Approved in 1 JurisdictionThis treatment is already approved in other countries

What You Need to Know Before You Apply

What is the purpose of this trial?

The investigators will investigate battlefield acupuncture as a treatment for the pain of hidradenitis suppurativa.

Do I need to stop my current medications for the trial?

The trial requires that you stay on your current treatment plan for hidradenitis suppurativa during the study.

Is Battlefield Acupuncture safe for humans?

Battlefield Acupuncture is generally considered safe for humans, with very low risk and only mild, temporary side effects reported in studies.12345

How is Battlefield Acupuncture different from other treatments for Hidradenitis Suppurativa?

Battlefield Acupuncture is unique because it is a non-drug treatment that involves placing small needles in specific points on the ear to manage pain. It is quick to administer, can be performed by non-specialists, and has minimal risk of side effects, making it a novel option compared to traditional pain management methods.12367

What data supports the effectiveness of the treatment Battlefield Acupuncture for Hidradenitis Suppurativa?

Battlefield Acupuncture has been shown to provide immediate pain relief in veterans and is used effectively for managing pain in military settings, including conditions like muscle and back pain. While specific data for Hidradenitis Suppurativa is not available, its success in pain management for other conditions suggests potential benefits.12467

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?

This trial is for adults over 18 with a dermatologist-confirmed diagnosis of hidradenitis suppurativa, experiencing significant pain from the condition at least twice weekly. Participants must be on a stable treatment regimen for hidradenitis during the study and have no other chronic pain or ear issues that would interfere with acupuncture.

Inclusion Criteria

I experience significant pain from hidradenitis at least twice a week.
My treatment for hidradenitis will not change during the study.
I have been diagnosed with hidradenitis suppurativa by a dermatologist.

Exclusion Criteria

I cannot have acupuncture on my ears due to a condition or disfigurement.
I do not have chronic pain that would affect my ability to assess my hidradenitis pain.

Timeline for a Trial Participant

Screening

Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial

1-2 weeks

Treatment

Participants receive battlefield acupuncture to the bilateral ears, with treatments spaced one week apart

2 weeks
2 visits (in-person)

Follow-up

Participants are monitored for changes in pain levels after treatment

2 weeks

What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?

Interventions

  • Battlefield Acupuncture
  • Sham Acupuncture
Trial Overview The trial is testing battlefield acupuncture against sham (fake) acupuncture to see if it can reduce pain in patients with hidradenitis suppurativa. Battlefield acupuncture involves placing tiny needles in specific points on the ear.
How Is the Trial Designed?
2Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Placebo Group
Group I: TreatmentExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Group II: ControlPlacebo Group1 Intervention

Battlefield Acupuncture is already approved in United States for the following indications:

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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?

Wayne State University

Lead Sponsor

Trials
318
Recruited
111,000+

Published Research Related to This Trial

Over 75% of the 11,406 Veterans treated with Battlefield Acupuncture (BFA) reported immediate pain relief, with an average decrease in pain intensity of -2.5 points after the first treatment.
BFA was effective for a diverse group of Veterans, including those with chronic pain and other comorbid conditions, although those with recent opioid use showed less improvement in pain scores.
Patient Feedback on the Effectiveness of Auricular Acupuncture on Pain in Routine Clinical Care: The Experience of 11,406 Veterans.Zeliadt, SB., Thomas, ER., Olson, J., et al.[2022]
Battlefield acupuncture is being utilized in military medical facilities to provide nonpharmacologic pain management for warriors suffering from conditions like polytrauma, PTSD, and muscle pain, highlighting its potential effectiveness in treating pain without opioids.
The implementation of battlefield acupuncture involves training funded by the DoD and VA, emphasizing a collaborative approach to pain management and the integration of this technique into medical education for future healthcare providers.
Battlefield acupuncture: Opening the door for acupuncture in Department of Defense/Veteran's Administration health care.Walker, PH., Pock, A., Ling, CG., et al.[2017]
Battlefield acupuncture is a quick and effective pain management technique that can be performed by nonacupuncturists, making it accessible in both military and civilian healthcare settings.
This method has a very low risk of adverse reactions, suggesting it can be safely used as an alternative or complement to traditional pain management therapies, although more large randomized controlled trials are needed to confirm its efficacy compared to standard treatments.
Treating pain using acupuncture for nonacupuncturists.Toney, B.[2023]

Citations

Patient Feedback on the Effectiveness of Auricular Acupuncture on Pain in Routine Clinical Care: The Experience of 11,406 Veterans. [2022]
Battlefield acupuncture: Opening the door for acupuncture in Department of Defense/Veteran's Administration health care. [2017]
Treating pain using acupuncture for nonacupuncturists. [2023]
Implementing Battlefield Acupuncture Through a Large Medical System: Overcoming Barriers. [2021]
Does Offering Battlefield Acupuncture Lead to Subsequent Use of Traditional Acupuncture? [2023]
Battlefield acupuncture to treat low back pain in the emergency department. [2019]
Battlefield Acupuncture for Adult Pain: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials. [2021]
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