Acupuncture needles may cut opioid use after hip surgery
NCT ID NCT05384860
First seen Jan 04, 2026 · Last updated May 14, 2026 · Updated 18 times
Summary
This study looked at whether adding acupuncture to a standard recovery plan helps people who have hip replacement surgery use fewer opioids and feel less pain. About 484 adults took part. The acupuncture was done during surgery using tiny needles in the ear. The goal was to see if this low-cost, safe approach could improve recovery and reduce the need for painkillers.
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Hospital for Special Surgery
New York, New York, 10021, United States
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