Using acupuncture in the emergency department to manage pain
Acupuncture in the Emergency Department for Pain Management: A BraveNet Multi-Center Feasibility Study
This study is looking at whether acupuncture can help people in the emergency room who are dealing with moderate to severe pain, offering a safer option than opioids for relief.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Case Western Reserve University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Cleveland, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10479980 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the use of acupuncture as a non-pharmacologic option for managing acute pain in emergency department patients. It aims to develop a standardized acupuncture intervention and evaluate its feasibility for participant recruitment and data collection in a larger trial. Patients experiencing moderate to severe pain will receive acupuncture treatment, and their pain levels will be assessed before and after the intervention. The study seeks to provide a safer alternative to opioid medications for pain relief.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are emergency department patients experiencing moderate to severe pain.
Not a fit: Patients with conditions that contraindicate acupuncture or those who do not experience significant pain may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could offer an effective and low-risk alternative for pain management in emergency settings.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown promising results for acupuncture in pain management, indicating potential for success in this approach.
Where this research is happening
Cleveland, United States
- Case Western Reserve University — Cleveland, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Faryar, Kiran Ann — Case Western Reserve University
- Study coordinator: Faryar, Kiran Ann
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 below.