Laser acupuncture: a new hope for back pain sufferers?
NCT ID NCT07461363
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Aug 12, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study tests whether low-dose laser acupuncture can ease pain and improve daily function in adults with chronic low back pain. Researchers will compare active laser treatment to a sham (fake) laser in 80 participants. The goal is to see if this non-invasive approach offers real relief.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Low-dose laser acupuncture (AlGaAs laser device)
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could offer a non-invasive, drug-free option for managing chronic low back pain.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage trial with only 80 participants. The sham control may also show benefits, and results may not apply to everyone.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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The First Affiliated Hospital of Xinxiang Medical University
Xinxiang, Henan, 453100, China
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