Can acupuncture ease bladder pain? new study tests it as First-Line therapy

NCT ID NCT06366269

First seen Jan 11, 2026 · Last updated Jun 14, 2026 · Updated 26 times

Summary

This study looks at whether adding acupuncture to simple behavioral changes can help women with bladder pain syndrome (interstitial cystitis) who haven't had other treatments. 34 women will either make behavioral changes alone or also receive weekly acupuncture for 6 weeks. Researchers will track pain and symptom scores to see if acupuncture provides extra relief.

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Study contacts

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Locations

  • University Hospitals

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    Cleveland, Ohio, 44106, United States

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