Acupuncture for kids with IBD: a needle of hope?

NCT ID NCT04488198

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 12, 2026 · Updated 28 times

Summary

This study looks at whether acupuncture can reduce disease activity and pain in children with Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis. About 60 children with mild to moderate symptoms will receive acupuncture alongside their usual medications. Researchers will measure changes in disease activity, pain, and quality of life.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Department of Anesthesia, General Intensive Care and Pain Management,Medical University of Vienna

    Vienna, 1090, Austria

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