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Laser Acupuncture for Behavioral and Psychological Symptoms of Dementia
Sponsor: China Medical University Hospital
Summary
This study uses a laser acupuncture pen to stimulate specific acupoints, aiming to evaluate its effectiveness in improving behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia (BPSD).
Official title: The Efficacy of Laser Acupuncture for Behavioral and Psychological Symptoms of Dementia: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - Any
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
60
Start Date
2025-10-01
Completion Date
2026-03-31
Last Updated
2025-10-02
Healthy Volunteers
No
Interventions
Laser Acupuncture (808 nm laser pen)
Participants receive laser acupuncture using an 808 nm, 100 mW semiconductor laser pen applied at acupoints GV20, bilateral ST36, and bilateral PC6. Each acupoint is irradiated for 10 seconds, three times per week, for 12 weeks.
Sham Laser Acupuncture
Participants receive the same procedure as the laser acupuncture group, using an 808 nm semiconductor laser pen applied at acupoints GV20, bilateral ST36, and bilateral PC6. The device is identical in appearance and produces lights and beeping sounds; however, it delivers no energy output. Each acupoint is contacted for 10 seconds, three times per week, for 12 weeks.
Locations (2)
Taoyuan Veteran's Home
Taoyuan, Bade District, Taiwan
China Medical University Hospital
Taichung, Taichung City, Taiwan