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Ancient needle therapy takes on chronic bladder pain

NCT ID NCT06232200

Symptom relief Sponsor: Medipol University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 30, 2026 · Last updated Jul 01, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study investigates whether acupuncture can relieve symptoms and improve quality of life in women diagnosed with treatment-resistant interstitial cystitis/bladder pain syndrome. Participants receive eight sessions of acupuncture over four weeks at specific points on the body. The goal is to see if this traditional Chinese medicine technique reduces pain, urgency, and frequent urination.

What this could mean

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Active substance
acupuncture
What this could lead to
If effective, acupuncture could offer a drug-free option to reduce bladder pain, urgency, and frequent urination in women with hard-to-treat interstitial cystitis.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early study with only 26 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. Acupuncture may not work for all, and some people may experience minor bruising or discomfort at needle sites.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

26 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Jan 2024

Finished

Jan 2025

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

30 to 65 years

Sex

Female participants only

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * who diagnosed IC/BPS * between 30-65 years old * female Exclusion Criteria: * Patients who do not meet the IC/BPS diagnostic criteria, * who have previously received acupuncture treatment, * who have localized skin infections involving the acupuncture areas, * who have bleeding diathesis and who use anticoagulant drugs, * who cannot comply with the treatment and follow-up schedule will not be included in the study.

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Conditions

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interstitial cystitis

As listed by the trial registrant

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Bladder pain syndrome Interstitial cystitis

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • istanbul Çam Sakura city hospital

    Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye)

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