Battlefield Acupuncture for Chronic Pain in Veterans
Utilizing Battlefield Acupuncture to Treat Chronic Pain
Recruiting
N/A
Interventional Study
Chronic Pain
Substance Use Disorders
No Placebo Group
Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo.
At a Glance
- Age
- 18 and older
- Sex
- Any
- Study type
- Interventional
- Purpose
- Treatment
- Participants needed
- 125 (estimated)
- Sponsor
- Edith Nourse Rogers Memorial Veterans Hospital · Federal
Who this trial is looking for
This trial is looking for veterans with chronic pain and a history of substance use disorder. Participants will receive Battlefield Acupuncture treatment over 8 weeks and complete questionnaires about their pain, mood, and sleep.
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
You may be able to join if
- I am 18 years or older
- I have a history of substance use disorder
- I have chronic pain
- I can participate for 16 weeks
You may not be able to join if
- I am a pregnant female veteran
- I have a history of bleeding disorders
- I am on blood thinning medications that cause excessive bleeding
- I am being treated for an active outer ear infection
- I currently have a PICC line
- I am receiving IV antibiotics
- I have a fear of needles or tacks
- I have an undiagnosed pain complaint
Summarized in plain language from this trial's official eligibility criteria. The full criteria are further down this page — only the research team can confirm whether you qualify.
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About This Trial
This research study will evaluate the effectiveness of utilizing Battlefield Acupuncture (BFA) on veterans with with a history of substance use disorder and chronic pain for 8 weeks.
Primary Aim: The primary aim of this study is to evaluate the effectiveness of using BFA to treat chronic pain in veterans with a history of substance use disorder.
Secondary Aim: This study will also evaluate the i…
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: Eligibility criteria include:
* they are 18 years or older
* they have a history of substance use disorder,
* history of chronic pain
* availability to participate in the study for 16 weeks.
Exclusion Criteria:
* female veterans who are pregnant.
* history of bleeding disorder…
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