Can acupuncture needles calm nerves before ear surgery?
NCT ID NCT07278284
First seen Jan 04, 2026 · Last updated Jun 21, 2026 · Updated 24 times
Summary
This study tests whether press needle acupuncture can reduce anxiety in adults before ear surgery. Thirty-two participants will receive either real or sham needles placed in the ear and head one day before surgery. Researchers will measure anxiety using a questionnaire and heart rate monitoring. The goal is to see if this simple, drug-free approach helps patients feel more relaxed before their operation.
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Universitas Indonesia
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What this could mean
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Active substance
press needle acupuncture
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a simple, drug-free way to help patients feel calmer before surgery.
What could go wrong
This is a very small, early-stage trial with only 32 participants. The sham group may also feel less anxious, making it hard to prove the real needles work better.
Conditions
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