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NCT07594002
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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

View on ClinicalTrials.gov

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

DEVICE

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.

DEVICE

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