Investigating how acupuncture affects symptoms of stable angina.
Official title: Effects of Acupuncture on Symptoms of Stable Angina: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Funded at University of California Los Angeles · NIH-10931331 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how acupuncture might help people with stable angina, which causes chest pain during physical activity or stress, by comparing it to a control treatment over 12 weeks to see if it can improve pain relief and overall well-being.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California Los Angeles NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Los Angeles, United States) |
| Project start | September 19, 2023 |
| Project end | June 30, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $778,682 |
| NIH project number | 5R01NR020376-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10931331 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are adults aged 21 and older who have a confirmed diagnosis of stable angina and experience symptoms at least once a week.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not have stable angina or those who are not currently experiencing symptoms may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research explores the effects of acupuncture on patients suffering from stable angina, which is characterized by predictable chest pain during exertion or stress. The study will involve 112 patients who have been diagnosed with stable angina and have been on medical therapy for at least one month. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive either acupuncture treatment or a control intervention, with the aim of assessing pain relief, quality of life, and overall health outcomes over a 12-week period. The research will also evaluate the duration of treatment effects and any placebo responses.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide a non-pharmacological treatment option for managing symptoms of stable angina, potentially improving patients' quality of life.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promising results for acupuncture in managing various pain conditions, suggesting potential for success in this area as well.
Where this research is happening
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University of California Los Angeles
Los Angeles, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Devon, Holli a — University of California Los Angeles
- Study coordinator: Devon, Holli a
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About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.