Needles vs. pain: acupuncture tested after hemorrhoid surgery

NCT ID NCT07238504

First seen Nov 20, 2025 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 20 times

Summary

This study tests whether acupuncture can reduce pain and the need for painkillers after hemorrhoid surgery. About 100 adults having conventional hemorrhoidectomy will receive either real acupuncture or a sham procedure over the first 5 days after surgery. Researchers will track pain levels, medication use, and recovery quality to see if acupuncture offers real benefits.

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