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
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.
Eligibility
Inclusion Criteria6
- Patients aged 40 to 80 years
- Diagnosed with ischemic or hemorrhagic stroke confirmed by CT or MRI
- Stroke onset between 1 and 6 months prior to enrollment
- Moderate to severe upper limb motor impairment (FMA-UE score between 20 and 60)
- Medically stable and able to attend treatment sessions 3 times per week
- Capable of understanding the study procedures and providing informed consent
Exclusion Criteria7
- History of severe cognitive impairment (MMSE score < 20)
- Comorbidities that affect motor function (e.g., Parkinson's disease, multiple sclerosis)
- Severe aphasia or communication disorder that prevents assessment
- Botulinum toxin injection in the upper limb within the past 3 months
- Pacemaker or other contraindications to electroacupuncture
- Currently participating in another clinical trial
- Skin infections or local conditions at acupuncture sites
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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