Needle therapy shows promise for dry eye sufferers

NCT ID NCT05552820

First seen May 14, 2026 · Last updated May 16, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested whether electroacupuncture (a type of acupuncture with mild electrical pulses) can improve symptoms of mild-to-moderate dry eye. 168 adults received either real or sham (fake) electroacupuncture to see if the treatment was more than a placebo. The researchers measured tear stability and nerve changes to understand how it works.

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Locations

  • Guang Yang

    Shanghai, 20030, China

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