Acupuncture needles vs. sepsis: a bold new trial
NCT ID NCT06344819
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This phase 2 trial tests whether real acupuncture can improve outcomes for hospitalized sepsis patients compared to a sham (fake) version. Researchers will enroll 78 adults at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center to see if such a study is feasible. The goal is to gather initial data on recruitment and treatment completion, not yet to prove acupuncture works.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
Active substance
Acupuncture
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward a simple, low-cost way to help sepsis patients recover better.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-phase trial focused on feasibility, not proof of effectiveness. Results may not show clear benefit, and the sham control may reduce any perceived effect.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Locations
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Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
RECRUITINGNew York, New York, 10065, United States
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