Using snap-needle therapy and ginger paste to improve recovery after gynecologic surgery

Effect of Using Snap-Needle Therapy in Combination With Ginger Paste During Anesthesia Recovery on the Recovery of Gastrointestinal Function After Gynecologic Laparoscopy

NA · Weifang Medical University · NCT06320613

This study is testing if using snap-needle therapy along with ginger paste can help women recover better from gynecologic surgery by reducing nausea and improving digestion.

Quick facts

PhaseNA
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment150 (estimated)
Ages18 Years to 65 Years
SexFemale
SponsorWeifang Medical University (other)
Locations1 site (Weifang, Shandong)
Trial IDNCT06320613 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This study investigates the effects of combining snap-needle therapy with ginger paste during the recovery phase from anesthesia in patients undergoing gynecologic laparoscopy. The approach aims to enhance gastrointestinal function and reduce postoperative nausea and vomiting (PONV). Patients will receive acupuncture therapy and a ginger acupuncture point patch as part of their recovery process. The study focuses on patients classified as ASA I or II who are undergoing general anesthesia for gynecologic procedures.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates are patients aged between 18 and 65 undergoing gynecologic laparoscopic procedures under general anesthesia.

Not a fit: Patients with a history of postoperative nausea and vomiting, digestive disorders, or allergies to ginger may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly improve gastrointestinal recovery and reduce nausea for patients after gynecologic surgery.

How similar studies have performed: While similar approaches have been explored, this specific combination of therapies is relatively novel and has not been extensively tested.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

1. ASA I or II;
2. Performing gynecologic laparoscopic procedures under general anesthesia;

Exclusion Criteria:

1. Age ≤ 18 or ≥65;
2. The patient has a previous history of PONV, digestive disorders, etc;
3. Ulcers, infections, and skin tears at acupressure and acupuncture (snap-needle) treatment sites;
4. Patients allergic to ginger;
5. Inability to follow protocol or refusal to participant

Where this trial is running

Weifang, Shandong

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.

View on ClinicalTrials.gov →

Conditions: Gastrointestinal Motility, Postoperative Nausea and Vomiting, Recovery of Function, PONV

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