Xingnao Kaiqiao Acupuncture vs Electroacupuncture for Post-Stroke Upper Limb Recovery
Effectiveness of Xingnao Kaiqiao Acupuncture Compared to Electroacupuncture in Improving Upper Limb Function in Early Stroke Rehabilitation: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Dr Nguyen Ngo Le Minh Anh MD, PhD
60 participants
Nov 1, 2024
INTERVENTIONAL
Conditions
Summary
This is a single-center interventional study conducted at the Ho Chi Minh City Hospital for Orthopedics and Rehabilitation, led by investigators from the University of Medicine and Pharmacy at Ho Chi Minh City. The study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of a specific acupuncture protocol (Xingnao Kaiqiao - Brain Awakening Acupuncture) in improving upper limb motor recovery in post-ischemic stroke patients during the early rehabilitation phase. Data collection has been completed, and the study is currently being registered on ClinicalTrials.gov to ensure research transparency, ethical compliance, and to facilitate future publication. The final results and publication will be updated once the study receives a registration number.
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Interventions
Acupuncture procedure developed by Prof. Shi Xuemin. Key acupoints include DU26, PC6, SP6, LI4, and GV20, applied with rapid and penetrating stimulation. Arm(s): Xingnao Kaiqiao Acupuncture
Routine electroacupuncture using standard acupoints for hemiplegic upper limb rehabilitation, including LI15, LI11, SJ5, and LI4, with low-frequency electrical stimulation.
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NCT07078175