Acupuncture with a jolt: new hope for dry eyes?

NCT ID NCT05552820

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

Summary

This study tested whether electroacupuncture (a type of acupuncture with mild electric pulses) can improve symptoms of mild-to-moderate dry eye. 168 adults received either real or sham electroacupuncture. Researchers measured tear film stability and other eye health markers to see if the treatment works beyond a placebo effect.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

dry eye syndrome

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Guang Yang

    Shanghai, 20030, China