Effects of Acupuncture on Patients with Epilepsy Using RNS

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This study investigates the impact of acupuncture treatment on patients with epilepsy who have been implanted with a Responsive Neurostimulation (RNS) system. It aims to evaluate changes in mood, cognition, and seizure frequency and severity, as well as analyze electrographic activity recorded by the RNS system over a 12-week period. Participants will maintain stable medication and stimulation settings while undergoing acupuncture sessions. The study will also require participants to keep a seizure diary to track their progress.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Patient implanted with the RNS system
* Patient can undergo 12 weeks of acupuncture
* Patient is able remain on stable medications for 12 weeks
* Patient is able to remain on stable Detection and Stimulation settings for 12 weeks
* Patient or/and caregiver is able to understand and sign informed consent and HIPAA authorization
* Patient or caregiver able to maintain a seizure diary for duration of study

Exclusion Criteria:

* Patient and /or caregiver is unable to sign informed consent to study
* Patient has a bleeding disorder, pacemaker, or pregnant

Where it's running

• The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston
  Houston, Texas, United States Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Olga Rodziyevska, MS,PA-C — The University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston
• Study coordinator: Olga Rodziyevska, MS,PA-C
• Email: Olga.Rodziyevska@uth.tmc.edu
• Phone: (713) 500-5482

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.