Needles before knife: acupuncture may ease Post-Surgery sleep problems
NCT ID NCT07662733
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether acupuncture at specific points before and after lung cancer surgery can improve sleep and reduce long-term pain. About 316 patients will receive either real or sham acupuncture alongside standard care. The goal is to see if this simple, low-risk treatment can help patients rest better and avoid chronic pain after surgery.
What this could mean
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Active substance
acupuncture
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a drug-free way to help lung cancer patients sleep better after surgery and possibly lower their risk of long-term pain.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial testing a temporary effect. The placebo effect is strong with acupuncture, so the real benefit may be small or none.
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Locations
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Shanghai First People's Hospital
RECRUITINGShanghai, Shanghai Municipality, 201620, China
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Shanghai First People's Hospital
RECRUITINGShanghai, China
Contact Phone: •••-•••-•••• Email: •••••@•••••