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NCT03364361 · ClinicalTrials.gov registry record · NA
Acupuncture for Perceived Stress in Military Personnel
A NA study, sponsored by United States Naval Medical Center, San Diego.
- Completed
- Registry status
- NA
- Development phase
- 22
- Enrollment target
NCT03364361 is a NA study that has completed, run by United States Naval Medical Center, San Diego. The registered enrollment target is 22 participants.
The verdict
NCT03364361, a NA study, has completed, sponsored by United States Naval Medical Center, San Diego.
- COMPLETED
- Registry status
- NA
- Development phase
- 22 participants
- Enrollment target
Study Summary
Introduction: Although the physiologic response to stress is necessary for mammals to survive, prolonged stress response as a result of perceived stress can lead to allostatic load and loss of resilience to future stressors. To mitigate the consequences of allostatic load, researchers have investigated the effects of acupuncture as a promising intervention. Objectives/Aims: The purpose of this study is to explore the feasibility and effect of a standardized stress acupuncture (SSA) approach on perceived stress in U.S. military personnel. Specific aims include the following: a) to determine feasibility of recruitment for SSA and implementation of study procedures in preparation for a methodologically rigorous study, b) to determine the acceptability of SSA treatment in a sample of military personnel with perceived stress, and c) to assess perceived stress and general health before and after SSA. Methods and Analysis: This is a single-arm, single-site study protocol to assess feasibility of SSA in a total of 15 patients with perceived stress. Upon IRB approval and written informed consent, the participants will receive 4 weekly sessions of SSA which consists of 6 acupuncture points. Demographic information and attrition of participants will be monitored throughout the study. Patient-reported questionnaires including Acupuncture Expectancy Scale, Perceived Stress Scale, and SF-36 will be administered at baseline and then at the completion of the study. Descriptive statistics, reliable change indices (RCI), and Wilcoxon Signed-Ranks tests will be conducted to assess the magnitude of changes in scores. Military Relevance: The three most common disability conditions in the military include musculoskeletal, psychiatric, and neurological body systems. Among these problems, however, mental health disorders remain a significant contributor to disability and suicide. Given the role of perceived stress in disability and suicidality in the military, intervening early before s
Interventions
- PROCEDURE Acupuncture
Trial Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Enrollment Target | 22 participants |
| Start Date | 2018-02-12 |
| Est. Completion | 2018-03-16 |
| Phase | NA |
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Full Details on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗What the Registry Record Tells You About NCT03364361
The ClinicalTrials.gov registry entry for NCT03364361 describes a study currently listed as completed, categorized as NA. The registered enrollment target is 22 participants, a figure that helps gauge the scale of data the investigators plan to collect. The listed sponsor is United States Naval Medical Center, San Diego, which has 41 total studies on file at ClinicalTrials.gov.
The record links to 0 conditions, and to 1 intervention - of which Acupuncture is the first listed.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is clinical trial NCT03364361 about?
NCT03364361 is a clinical study titled "Acupuncture for Perceived Stress in Military Personnel". Introduction: Although the physiologic response to stress is necessary for mammals to survive, prolonged stress response as a result of perceived stress can lead to allostatic load and loss of resilience to future stressors. To mitigate the consequences of allostatic load, researchers have investiga...
What is the current status of trial NCT03364361?
This trial is currently completed. It is a NA study. The enrollment target is 22 participants. The study started on 2018-02-12. Estimated completion is 2018-03-16.
What interventions are being tested in trial NCT03364361?
The interventions under investigation include: Acupuncture (PROCEDURE).
Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT03364361?
This trial is sponsored by United States Naval Medical Center, San Diego, which has 41 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov.
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