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Comparing Acupuncture vs. Sham Acupuncture for the Management of Hot Flashes in Prostate Cancer Patients Receiving Hormone Therapy
Sponsor: University of Kentucky
Summary
This study is evaluating whether acupuncture may help reduce hot flashes in men receiving hormone therapy for prostate cancer. Hot flashes are a common side effect of androgen deprivation therapy (ADT) and may negatively affect sleep, mood, concentration, daily activities, and overall quality of life. Participants enrolled in this study will receive acupuncture treatment over a defined treatment period. The study will assess changes in hot flash frequency, severity, and quality of life using patient questionnaires and symptom diaries. Participants will complete a daily hot flash diary during selected 7-day assessment periods and quality-of-life questionnaires during study visits. The primary goal of this study is to determine whether acupuncture may improve hot flash symptoms and related quality of life in men undergoing treatment for prostate cancer.
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - 99 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
40
Start Date
2026-06-05
Completion Date
2028-05-31
Last Updated
2026-05-27
Healthy Volunteers
No
Interventions
Real Acupuncture
The Real Acupuncture is administered at bilateral Large Intestine 4, Kidney 7, Kidney 3, and Gall Bladder 39 points using sterile single-use filiform needles. Needles are inserted approximately 20-25 mm with manipulation to achieve de qi sensation and retained for 30 minutes. Treatments are administered twice weekly for 6 weeks.
Sham Acupuncture
The Sham Acupuncture administered at non-acupuncture points bilaterally using sterile single-use filiform needles. Needles are inserted approximately 4-5 mm without manipulation. Needles are retained for 30 minutes. Treatments are administered twice weekly for 6 weeks.
Locations (1)
University of Kentucky
Lexington, Kentucky, United States