Acupuncture vs. antidepressants: a new hope for depression?
NCT ID NCT05901571
First seen Apr 07, 2026 · Last updated May 16, 2026 · Updated 7 times
Summary
This study will test if acupuncture can reduce symptoms of major depression as effectively as the drug escitalopram. Researchers will compare real acupuncture to a placebo in 216 adults who are not currently taking antidepressants. The goal is to see if this ancient practice offers a drug-free option for managing depression.
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Jianhua Chen
Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality, 200030, China
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Zhenxiang Han
Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality, 200137, China
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Zouqing Huang
Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality, China
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