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New acupuncture technique could ease chronic back pain

NCT ID NCT07395102

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

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First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jul 08, 2026 · Updated 4 times

Summary

This study tests whether thread-embedding acupuncture, which uses absorbable threads to provide ongoing stimulation, can reduce disability and improve flexibility in people with chronic low back pain. 32 adults will be randomly assigned to receive either the real treatment or a sham version, and their progress will be tracked for 8 weeks. The goal is to see if this technique offers a safe, non-drug option for managing long-term back pain.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Thread-embedding acupuncture (PDO threads)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a longer-lasting acupuncture option for chronic low back pain, reducing disability and improving flexibility.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with only 32 participants. The sham control may also produce benefits, and results may not apply to everyone with back pain.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

32 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Mar 2026

Finished

May 2026

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

18 years and older

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Male or female participants aged ≥ 18 years * Participants experiencing low back pain for at least 3 months (\>12 weeks) * Highest low back pain intensity within the past 2 weeks with a score of ≥ 3 on a 0-10 Numeric Pain Rating Scale (NPRS) * Receiving pharmacological therapy with a stable analgesic regimen for at least 2 weeks prior to enrollment * Presence of physical functional disability as indicated by an Oswestry Disability Index (ODI) score \> 20% * Willing and able to participate in the study until completion and to provide written informed consent Exclusion Criteria: * History of hypersensitivity reactions to acupuncture or thread embedding acupuncture, or known allergy to stainless steel or polydioxanone (PDO) threads * History of keloid formation * Presence of scars (cicatrices) or skin disorders at the thread embedding acupuncture insertion sites in the lower back area * Specific spinal pathology including fracture, tumor, infection, or severe lumbar spinal stenosis requiring surgical intervention * Structural spinal abnormalities (scoliosis or kyphosis) detected on physical examination * History of spinal surgery or indication for spinal surgery due to severe neurological deficits * Presence of cardiac disease, hematological disorders, or uncontrolled diabetes mellitus * Regular use of systemic steroids, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), antiplatelet agents, anticoagulants, or topical analgesic medications * Receipt of other treatments for low back pain, including dry needling, neuromuscular taping, spinal injections, or acupuncture within the past 2 weeks, or thread embedding acupuncture within the past 6 months * Severe cognitive impairment, severe psychiatric or psychological disorders, or history of alcohol or substance abuse * Pregnant or breastfeeding women, or women planning pregnancy within the next 6 months * Body mass index (BMI) \< 18 kg/m²

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Chronic low back pain

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Universitas Indonesia

    Jakarta Pusat, DKI Jakarta, 10430, Indonesia

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