Can acupuncture boost hearing recovery? new trial investigates

NCT ID NCT07575334

First seen May 10, 2026 · Last updated May 12, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looks at whether adding acupuncture to standard steroid treatment helps people recover hearing after sudden hearing loss. About 256 adults will receive either real or fake acupuncture along with oral steroids for 4 weeks. The main goal is to see if hearing tests improve more with real acupuncture.

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Study contacts

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Locations

  • Eye and ENT Hospital of Fudan University

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    Shanghai, China

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