Herbal patch eases dialysis pain and boosts mood in small study

NCT ID NCT07380581

First seen Feb 02, 2026 · Last updated Jun 01, 2026 · Updated 19 times

Summary

This study tested a traditional Chinese medicine herbal patch placed on acupoints to relieve pain, depression, and improve quality of life in 21 dialysis patients with fistula-related pain. Participants had end-stage kidney failure and received the patch or a placebo during dialysis sessions. The goal was to see if the patch could reduce pain severity and interference, and improve mood.

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Locations

  • Chang Gung Memorial Hospital in Kaohsiung branch

    Kaohsiung City, 83301, Taiwan

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