Needles vs. delirium: could acupuncture protect Seniors' minds after surgery?

NCT ID NCT06564506

Not yet recruiting Prevention Sponsor: Fujian Provincial Hospital Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether electroacupuncture, a type of acupuncture with mild electrical stimulation, can prevent postoperative delirium in adults aged 65-90 undergoing total knee replacement. Over 1,400 participants will receive either real or placebo acupuncture before surgery. Researchers will monitor for confusion and other cognitive changes in the first three days after the operation.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: electroacupuncture
What this could lead to: If it works, this could offer a drug-free way to prevent confusion after surgery in older adults.
What could go wrong: This is an early-stage trial with no phase, and the effect of electroacupuncture on delirium is unproven. Results may not show a clear benefit over placebo.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Emergence Delirium

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POSTOPERATIVE DELIRIUM

Contacts and locations

Locations

Fujian Provincial Hospital

Fuzhou, Fujian, 350001, China

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