Can acupuncture needles zap shingles pain away?

This study looks at whether electroacupuncture (a type of acupuncture with mild electric pulses) can help relieve pain from shingles and reduce the chance of long-term nerve pain. About 228 adults with shingles will be split into three groups: one gets electroacupuncture plus standard medication, one gets fake acupuncture plus medication, and one gets medication alone. Researchers will track pain levels, healing time, and mood over 3 months to see if electroacupuncture offers extra benefits.