Effect of integrated CAM treatment on hospitalized patients with musculoskeletal pain
The Effect of Integrated CAM Treatment in Patients Hospitalized at a Korean Medicine Hospital
Jaseng Hospital of Korean Medicine · NCT02257723
This study is testing whether a combined treatment of alternative therapies and regular medical care can help hospitalized patients with musculoskeletal pain feel better and improve their movement.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 100000 (estimated) |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Jaseng Hospital of Korean Medicine (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (Seoul, Gangnam-Gu) |
| Trial ID | NCT02257723 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study investigates the impact of a hospital-based intensive non-surgical treatment approach for musculoskeletal patients admitted to an integrated hospital that combines complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) with conventional medical treatments. Patients receive a tailored CAM treatment protocol, which includes herbal medicine, acupuncture, bee venom pharmacopuncture, and Chuna manipulation, alongside conventional care as necessary. The study aims to evaluate various outcome measures, including pain duration and intensity, disability indices, and range of motion, to assess the effectiveness of this integrated approach.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are hospitalized patients experiencing spine or joint diseases, specifically those with low back pain, neck pain, knee pain, or shoulder pain.
Not a fit: Patients with pain unrelated to spine, joint, or soft tissue issues, such as spinal tumors or pregnancy, may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide a novel treatment option for patients suffering from chronic musculoskeletal pain.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promising results with integrated approaches combining CAM and conventional treatments for musculoskeletal conditions, suggesting potential for success in this study.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Patients hospitalized due to spine or joint diseases Exclusion Criteria: * Main complaint other than back pain, radiating leg pain, neck pain, radiating arm pain, knee pain or shoulder pain * Cause of pain non-related to spine, joint or soft tissue; for example, spinal tumors, pregnancy, urolithiasis, etc. * Refusal to provide the information needed for clinical research
Where this trial is running
Seoul, Gangnam-Gu
- Jaseng Hospital of Korean Medicine — Seoul, Gangnam-Gu, South Korea (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: In-Hyuk Ha, PhD — Jaseng Medical Foundation
- Study coordinator: In-Hyuk Ha, PhD
- Email: hanihata@gmail.com
- Phone: +82 2 2222 2740
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions: Low Back Pain, Neck Pain, Knee Pain, Shoulder Pain, Intervertebral Disc Herniation, Spinal Stenosis, Inpatient care, Complementary and alternative medicine