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NCT01643577 · ClinicalTrials.gov registry record · Phase 1
Acupuncture Treatment for Gastroparesis: a Pilot Study
A Phase 1 study, sponsored by Johns Hopkins University.
- Completed
- Registry status
- Phase 1
- Development phase
- 20
- Enrollment target
NCT01643577: Completed Phase 1 study, sponsored by Johns Hopkins University.
NCT01643577 is a Phase 1 study that has completed, run by Johns Hopkins University. The registered enrollment target is 20 participants. According to ClinicalTrials.gov, the official US trial registry.
The verdict
NCT01643577, a Phase 1 study, has completed, sponsored by Johns Hopkins University.
- COMPLETED
- Registry status
- Phase 1
- Development phase
- 20 participants
- Enrollment target
Study Summary
Gastroparesis is a disorder characterized by delayed gastric emptying leading to symptoms of nausea, vomiting, bloating, and abdominal pain. A common cause is diabetes but even more often it occurs in otherwise healthy individuals. The symptoms of gastroparesis can significantly alter a patient's quality of life. Current therapies are limited. In this study, the investigators seek to determine if twice weekly acupuncture treatments can improve symptoms of gastroparesis.
Interventions
- PROCEDURE Acupuncture for gastroparesis
- PROCEDURE Acupuncture for musculoskeletal pain
Trial Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Enrollment Target | 20 participants |
| Start Date | 2011-11 |
| Est. Completion | 2013-11 |
| Phase | Phase 1 |
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Full Details on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗What the Registry Record Tells You About NCT01643577
The ClinicalTrials.gov registry entry for NCT01643577 describes a study currently listed as completed, categorized as Phase 1. The registered enrollment target is 20 participants, a figure that helps gauge the scale of data the investigators plan to collect. The listed sponsor is Johns Hopkins University, which has 1,448 total studies on file at ClinicalTrials.gov.
The record links to 0 conditions, and to 2 interventions - of which Acupuncture for gastroparesis is the first listed.
NCT01643577 reports 0 study locations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is clinical trial NCT01643577 about?
NCT01643577 is a clinical study titled "Acupuncture Treatment for Gastroparesis: a Pilot Study". Gastroparesis is a disorder characterized by delayed gastric emptying leading to symptoms of nausea, vomiting, bloating, and abdominal pain. A common cause is diabetes but even more often it occurs in otherwise healthy individuals. The symptoms of gastroparesis can significantly alter a patient's qu...
What is the current status of trial NCT01643577?
This trial is currently completed. It is a Phase 1 study. The enrollment target is 20 participants. The study started on 2011-11. Estimated completion is 2013-11.
What interventions are being tested in trial NCT01643577?
The interventions under investigation include: Acupuncture for gastroparesis (PROCEDURE), Acupuncture for musculoskeletal pain (PROCEDURE).
Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT01643577?
This trial is sponsored by Johns Hopkins University, which has 1,448 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov.
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