Electric acupressure may keep seniors Clear-Headed after surgery
NCT ID NCT06161662
First seen Mar 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 10, 2026 · Updated 13 times
Summary
This study tested whether a gentle electrical stimulation at specific acupoints (Neiguan and Shenmen) could reduce confusion (delirium) in 226 older adults after abdominal surgery. Researchers also measured brain wave changes to understand how it might work. The goal is to find a simple, drug-free way to protect brain function in elderly patients.
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the First Affiliated Hospital of the Air Force Military Medical University
Xi'an, Shaanxi, 710032, China
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