Can acupuncture ease back pain in seniors? large study finds out

NCT ID NCT04982315

First seen Jan 06, 2026 · Last updated May 08, 2026 · Updated 21 times

Summary

This study looked at whether acupuncture helps older adults (65 and older) with long-term low back pain feel better and move easier. Over 800 people took part, receiving either their usual care or acupuncture sessions over several months. The goal was to see if acupuncture reduces back-related disability and pain.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Institute for Family Health

    New York, New York, 10035, United States

  • Kaiser Permanente Division of Research

    Oakland, California, 94612, United States

  • Kaiser Permanente Washington Health Research Institute

    Seattle, Washington, 98103, United States

  • Sutter Health

    Walnut Creek, California, 94596, United States

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