Evaluating Electroacupuncture for Women with Overactive Bladder
Clinical Efficacy Evaluation of Electroacupuncture as Adjuvant Therapy for Female Patients With Overactive Bladder
NA · Taipei Tzu Chi Hospital, Buddhist Tzu Chi Medical Foundation · NCT05997992
This study is testing if electroacupuncture can help women with overactive bladder feel better and improve their quality of life.
Quick facts
| Phase | NA |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 100 (estimated) |
| Ages | 20 Years to 80 Years |
| Sex | Female |
| Sponsor | Taipei Tzu Chi Hospital, Buddhist Tzu Chi Medical Foundation (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (New Taipei City) |
| Trial ID | NCT05997992 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study evaluates the efficacy of electroacupuncture as an adjuvant therapy for women suffering from overactive bladder (OAB), a condition characterized by frequent urination and urgency. The approach combines traditional Chinese medicine principles with conventional Western treatments to assess improvements in urinary symptoms, quality of life, and autonomic nervous system function. Participants will receive either electroacupuncture or sham acupuncture to determine the treatment's effectiveness. The study aims to provide a less invasive alternative to traditional pharmacological treatments, which often have undesirable side effects.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are females aged 20-80 who are diagnosed with overactive bladder.
Not a fit: Patients with a history of cancer, stroke, hyperthyroidism, or those who are pregnant or have urinary tract infections may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this treatment could significantly improve the quality of life for women suffering from overactive bladder by reducing symptoms and reliance on medications.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown that similar neuromodulation techniques, like transcutaneous tibial nerve stimulation, have been effective in treating overactive bladder symptoms, suggesting potential for success with electroacupuncture.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Female patient aged 20-80 with overactive bladder. Exclusion Criteria: * Patient has history of cancer, stroke, or hyperthyroidism.. * Patient isn't willing to accept acupuncture or moxibustion treatment. * Patient who is pregnant or plan to pregnant. * Patient with urinary tract infection. * Patient who had injection of botulinum toxin (Botox®), PTNS or SMN treatment before. * Patient recieved acupuncture treatment before.
Where this trial is running
New Taipei City
- Buddhist Taipei Tzu Chi General Hospital — New Taipei City, Taiwan (RECRUITING)
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: Overactive Bladder, Urge Incontinence, Overactive bladder, quality of life, TCM constitution,, Electroacupuncture