Needle your way to better sleep: electroacupuncture tested for sciatica insomnia

NCT ID NCT07576348

First seen May 19, 2026 · Last updated May 21, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether electroacupuncture can improve sleep in people with long-term sciatica caused by a slipped disc. About 114 adults with both conditions will receive either real electroacupuncture or a sham version three times a week for four weeks. Researchers will measure changes in sleep quality, pain levels, and daily function to see if the treatment helps.

Disclaimer Read more

This is a summary of the original study . Summaries may miss details or leave out important information. Before applying or accepting participation, make sure you have read and understood the full study. Curemydisease.com takes no responsibility whatsoever for anything missed, misunderstood, or acted upon as a result of our summary — we know it does not capture everything.

Get updates

Get notified about this study

Sign up to get updates when this study changes or when new studies for INSOMNIA are added.

Our safety recommendation!

By submitting, you agree to our Terms of use

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

    Phone: •••-•••-•••• Email: •••••@•••••

Conditions

Explore the condition pages connected to this study.