Ear acupuncture beats pills for back pain?
NCT ID NCT04236908
First seen Jan 04, 2026 · Last updated May 16, 2026 · Updated 19 times
Summary
This study tested whether ear acupuncture or a specific face acupuncture point works better than standard pain relievers for sudden low back pain (less than 4 weeks). 276 active-duty military members and their families took part. The goal was to see which approach reduces pain and missed work days.
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Mike O'Callaghan Military Medical Center
Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, 89191, United States
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