Acupuncture needles take aim at migraine pain and brain stress
NCT ID NCT07292506
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looks at whether acupuncture can reduce migraine pain and lower signs of inflammation and brain stress in the blood. Researchers will compare three types of gentle stimulation: laser, electro, and traditional acupuncture. 75 adults with migraines will receive treatment, and their pain levels and blood markers will be checked three months later. The goal is to find a safe, drug-free option to help people feel better.
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Study facts
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- Phase
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Not a phased trial
Phase numbers describe drug development. The registry uses this when they do not apply, as it does for trials of devices, procedures or behaviour changes, and for observational studies.
- Participants
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About 75 people
The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.
- Started
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Nov 2025
- Expected to finish
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Jul 2026
An estimate. End dates often move.
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
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- Ages
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18 to 85 years
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Accepted
You do not need to have the condition being studied to take part.
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Inclusion Criteria * Adults diagnosed with migraine headaches according to the International Classification of Headache Disorders (ICHD). * Patients who are not currently receiving monoclonal antibodies targeting CGRP (Calcitonin Gene-Related Peptide) * Ability to provide informed consent and comply with study procedures. Exclusion Criteria * Use of CGRP monoclonal antibody therapy within the past 6 months. * Other significant neurological or systemic conditions that could interfere with study outcomes. * Pregnancy or breastfeeding.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Clinical department of anaesthesiology and surgical intensive therapy University Medical Centre Ljubljana
Ljubljana, 1000, Slovenia
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