Can tiny needles lift the fog of cancer depression?

NCT ID NCT07003763

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 16, 2026 · Updated 24 times

Summary

This study looks at whether electroacupuncture (a type of acupuncture with mild electric pulses) can safely reduce depression in people with cancer. About 86 adults with cancer-related depression will receive either electroacupuncture or a control treatment. The goal is to see if this approach improves mood and quality of life, both in the short and long term.

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  • Shanghai Municipal Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine

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    Shanghai, China

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