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Acupuncture for Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
This study is currently recruiting patients.
Sponsored by: | National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine (NCCAM) |
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Information provided by: | National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine (NCCAM) |
Purpose
The purpose of this study is to determine whether acupuncture is effective in reducing the symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).
Condition | Treatment or Intervention | Phase |
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Irritable Bowel Syndrome |
Procedure: Acupuncture |
Phase II |
MedlinePlus related topics: Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Study Type: Interventional
Study Design: Treatment, Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo Control, Parallel Assignment, Efficacy Study
Official Title: Acupuncture for Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Trial
Expected Total Enrollment: 287
IBS is a disorder that affects colon functioning. Although it does not cause permanent harm or lead to more serious conditions, IBS can cause a great deal of discomfort and distress. The effectiveness of acupuncture in treating various conditions has been investigated in numerous studies. However, little is known about acupuncture's efficacy in treating IBS. This study will determine whether acupuncture can alleviate the symptoms of IBS, including pain relief with defecation, changes in stools, and changes in the frequency of bowel movements.
Participants in this study will be randomly assigned to receive bi-weekly sessions of either active or placebo acupuncture or no treatment for 6 weeks. Study visits will occur at study start, Week 3, and Week 6 (study completion). At each study visit, blood collection will occur to measure levels of cortisol, a stress hormone associated with IBS. Participants will also complete questionnaires about their IBS symptoms. Selected participants will be interviewed at each visit, in order to determine whether participants' interpretations and understanding of IBS influences their response to treatment.
Eligibility
Ages Eligible for Study: 18 Years - 80 Years, Genders Eligible for Study: Both
Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
Exclusion Criteria:
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