Acupuncture showdown: manual vs. electric for constipation relief
NCT ID NCT07506122
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study compares manual acupuncture and electroacupuncture to see which works better for people with long-term constipation. 72 adults will receive 12 weeks of treatment, three times per week. The main goal is to see if bowel movements increase to at least three per week. Researchers will also look at changes in gut bacteria and brain activity to understand how acupuncture might help.
What this could mean
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Active substance
acupuncture (manual and electroacupuncture)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could clarify which type of acupuncture works best for constipation and why, potentially leading to a standard non-drug treatment option.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study with no placebo group, so results may not prove effectiveness. Acupuncture effects can vary widely between individuals.
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Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology
NOT_YET_RECRUITINGWuhan, Hubei, 430030, China
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Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology
RECRUITINGWuhan, Hubei, 430030, China
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