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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Spinal crack or brain hack? how a Back-Popping maneuver may rewire pain circuits
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether a hands-on spinal manipulation technique, called lever positioning manipulation, can ease the leg and back pain caused by a herniated disc. About 84 adults with a herniated disc will receive either the real manipulation or a sham version three times a wee…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The Third Affiliated hospital of Zhejiang Chinese Medical University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 29, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can electric acupuncture waves restore a paralyzed face?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study will test whether different types of electrical acupuncture can help adults recover from Bell's palsy, a condition that causes sudden facial paralysis. One hundred participants will receive either low-frequency continuous or intermittent electrical pulses over 4 weeks.…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The Third Affiliated hospital of Zhejiang Chinese Medical University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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Acupuncture needles take on tinnitus: will they silence the noise?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether acupuncture can reduce the severity of chronic tinnitus (ringing in the ears) in adults. Researchers will compare 72 tinnitus patients with healthy volunteers, and track changes in symptoms and brain activity after 10 acupuncture sessions. The goal is to …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The Third Affiliated hospital of Zhejiang Chinese Medical University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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Can gentle electric needles soothe your upset stomach?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether electroacupuncture—acupuncture with mild electrical pulses—can safely ease symptoms of functional dyspepsia, a condition causing stomach fullness or pain after eating. About 105 adults aged 18 to 80 will be split into groups receiving needles on the abdom…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The Third Affiliated hospital of Zhejiang Chinese Medical University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:01 UTC
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Scientists use sensors and computer models to decode massage therapy for curved spines
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study aims to understand how a specific massage technique, called lever positioning manipulation, helps people with scoliosis (a curved spine). Researchers will measure the forces and movements during the massage using special gloves and sensors, and then create computer mod…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The Third Affiliated hospital of Zhejiang Chinese Medical University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:09 UTC