Acupuncture needles aim to boost lung recovery after surgery
NCT ID NCT07443540
First seen Mar 31, 2026 · Last updated Jun 23, 2026 · Updated 16 times
Summary
This study tests whether adding acupuncture to standard breathing exercises helps people recover lung function after surgery to remove a lung nodule. Half of the 56 participants will get acupuncture plus usual care, while the other half gets usual care alone. Lung function, pain, and breathing will be measured one week after surgery.
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What this could mean
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Active substance
Acupuncture
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward a simple, drug-free way to help people breathe better and recover faster after lung surgery.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with only 56 people. Acupuncture may not provide significant benefit over standard breathing exercises alone.
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