Electroacupuncture for Chronic Neck Pain
Launched by HONG KONG BAPTIST UNIVERSITY · Jan 21, 2009
Trial Information
Current as of June 22, 2025
Unknown status
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Gender
ALL
Eligibility criteria
- Inclusion Criteria:
- • Adult male or female subjects age above 18 with mechanical neck pain for over three months.
- Exclusion Criteria:
- • Patients who have received acupuncture treatment for any purpose in the last 6 months.
- • Patients who will be unlikely to attend all treatment sessions.
- • Patients with systemic diseases, such as diabetes or cardiovascular disorder.
- • Patients with a history of traumatic injury of the neck or upper back from T1-T6, precious fracture or surgery to the neck, neurological deficits (e.g., muscle weakness or changes in spinal reflex jerks), a history of malignancy, congenital abnormality of the spine, or systemic bone and joint disorders (e.g., RA).
- • Patients who are seeking compensation for neck-related condition.
- • Patients who have needle phobia.
- • Pregnant and breast feeding women.
About Hong Kong Baptist University
Hong Kong Baptist University (HKBU) is a leading academic institution dedicated to advancing research and innovation in health sciences. With a strong emphasis on interdisciplinary collaboration, HKBU conducts clinical trials that aim to enhance medical knowledge and improve patient outcomes. The university is committed to adhering to the highest ethical standards and regulatory requirements, ensuring the integrity and reliability of its research efforts. Through its robust research framework and skilled faculty, HKBU strives to contribute significantly to the fields of medicine and healthcare both locally and globally.
Contacts
Jennifer Cobb
Immunology at National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
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