Laser acupuncture eases Kidney-Related itch in new study

NCT ID NCT06875115

First seen Dec 24, 2025 · Last updated Apr 30, 2026 · Updated 21 times

Summary

This study tested whether laser acupuncture can reduce severe itching in people on dialysis. Sixty adults received either real or sham laser acupuncture during their dialysis sessions three times a week for four weeks. The treatment targeted specific acupoints to see if it could improve itch severity and quality of life.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Dalin Tzu Chi Hospital

    Dalin, Chiayi, 622, Taiwan

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