The Third Affiliated Hospital Of Zhejiang Chinese Medical University
Clinical trials sponsored by The Third Affiliated Hospital Of Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, explained in plain language.
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Can the right electric waveform help bell palsy patients smile again?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study looked at whether different types of electroacupuncture (using low-frequency continuous or discontinuous waves) can improve facial nerve function in people with subacute Bell palsy. 75 adults aged 18-65 with Bell palsy for 1-3 weeks received treatment on specific face …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The Third Affiliated hospital of Zhejiang Chinese Medical University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 24, 2026 11:03 UTC
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Can a specific electric pulse speed up bell palsy healing?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested two different electroacupuncture waveforms (continuous vs. intermittent) in 120 adults with Bell palsy, a condition causing sudden facial weakness. Participants had moderate to severe symptoms and had already taken standard steroid treatment. The goal was to see…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The Third Affiliated hospital of Zhejiang Chinese Medical University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 15, 2026 19:07 UTC
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Ancient needle vs heat: which warms your back better?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how acupuncture or moxibustion (a heat therapy) at two specific points on the arm and leg changes the temperature of the lower back in healthy adults. Researchers measured temperature changes over 30 minutes in 140 participants to compare the effects of these…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The Third Affiliated hospital of Zhejiang Chinese Medical University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 12, 2026 12:07 UTC