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Electric stimulation at acupoints may alter pain signals in the brain

NCT ID NCT07267052

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: China Medical University Hospital Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jul 09, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study tests whether transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) applied to specific acupoints can change how the brain processes pain signals. Thirty-five healthy adults will receive TENS on their hands while researchers measure brain activity using EEG. The goal is to understand the mechanism behind TENS and pain, not to treat any condition.

What this could mean

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Active substance
transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) device
What this could lead to
If it works, this could help explain how TENS at acupoints affects pain processing in the brain, guiding future pain treatments.
What could go wrong
This is a very small, early study in healthy volunteers, not patients. It only looks at brain signals, not real pain relief, so results may not apply to people with chronic pain.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

About 35 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Started

Sep 2025

Expected to finish

Jul 2026

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

20 years and older

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Healthy Adult * 20 years or older * The absence of chronic medical conditions * No history of drug allergies * No skin disorders * No current use of medications that could affect study outcomes * Participants maintain a regular daily routine * No history of substance or medication abuse Exclusion Criteria: * History of malignant tumors * History of hand disorders * Has implanted cardiac pacemakers * Pregnancy * Epilepsy * Any other condition that may interfere with the study procedures

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Conditions

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Pain management

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Department of Physical Therapy of China Medical University

    RECRUITING

    Taichung, Beitun, Taiwan, 406040, Taiwan

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