Acupuncture showdown: which needle works best for aching knees?
NCT ID NCT07665125
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested two acupuncture methods—thread-embedding and electroacupuncture—in 60 adults with knee osteoarthritis. Participants received 4 weeks of treatment plus standard care. The goal was to see which approach better reduced pain and improved knee function. Results may help guide non-drug treatment choices for chronic knee pain.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Thread-embedding acupuncture and electroacupuncture
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a non-drug option to ease knee pain and improve function in people with osteoarthritis.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed trial with only 60 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. Acupuncture effects can vary, and the study does not compare against a sham or placebo group.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Dong Nai Traditional Medicine Hospital
Đông Nãi, Bien Hoa, 76139, Vietnam