Needles for awareness: can ancient technique wake Brain-Injured patients?

NCT ID NCT06927713

Summary

This study is testing whether stimulating specific acupuncture points on the hands can help improve consciousness in patients with severe brain injuries. It involves 60 participants who are in a vegetative or minimally conscious state. Researchers will measure changes in consciousness levels and brain activity to find the most effective stimulation method.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Shaanxi Provincial People's Hospital

    Xi'an, Shaanxi, 710068, China

  • Xi'an International Medical Center Hospita

    Xi'an, Shaanxi, 710100, China

  • Xi'an TCM Hospital of Encephalopathy

    Xi'an, Shaanxi, 710038, China

  • Xijing Hospital

    Xi'an, Shaanxi, 710032, China

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