Ear acupuncture eases pain and speeds knee surgery recovery

NCT ID NCT06273488

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tested whether ear acupoint therapy (a type of acupuncture on the ear) can help people recover faster after total knee replacement surgery. 116 patients aged 50-80 participated. The therapy aimed to reduce pain, swelling, anxiety, and improve knee movement and scar healing. Results may support adding this simple, low-cost technique to standard recovery plans.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

osteoarthritis, knee

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Peking Union Medical College Hospital

    Beijing, Beijing Municipality, 100000, China