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NCT07021352 · ClinicalTrials.gov registry record · NA
Auricular Acupuncture on Emotional Distress in Service Members and Veterans With PTSD
A NA study, sponsored by United States Naval Medical Center, San Diego.
- Recruiting
- Registry status
- NA
- Development phase
- 66
- Enrollment target
NCT07021352 is a NA study that is actively recruiting participants, run by United States Naval Medical Center, San Diego. The registered enrollment target is 66 participants.
The verdict
NCT07021352, a NA study, is actively recruiting participants, sponsored by United States Naval Medical Center, San Diego.
- RECRUITING
- Registry status
- NA
- Development phase
- 66 participants
- Enrollment target
Study Summary
Emotional distress (ED) refers to a state of mental suffering that significantly impairs an individual's ability to cope, often leading to a decline in overall well-being. In military contexts, ED is a prevalent concern due to the unique and demanding challenges faced by military personnel both in combat zones and during peacetime. The primary objective of this study is to assess the efficacy of integrating ear acupuncture with mindfulness therapy in mitigating ED and alleviating post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptoms among military personnel. The study will examine the effects of auricular acupuncture (AA) and mindfulness therapy (MT) on ED in military personnel with PTSD. The NADA ear acupuncture protocol will be administered using acupuncture semi-permanent (ASP), sterile needles placed in the bilateral ears, which will remain in place until they naturally fall out. Mindfulness therapy will incorporate relaxation techniques, such as yoga and controlled breathing exercises, specifically designed to alleviate ED. A mixed-methods approach, integrating both quantitative and qualitative methods, will be employed concurrently to evaluate the interventions' effectiveness and to explore the participants' perceived benefits. Specific Aim 1: To evaluate the effectiveness and perceived benefits of the National Acupuncture Detoxification Association (NADA) ear acupuncture protocol as an adjunct therapy to brief mindfulness therapy for reducing emotional distress in service members and veterans with PTSD. Specific Aim 2: To examine the effectiveness of NADA as an adjunct therapy to brief mindfulness therapy in improving sleep disturbances, alcohol use, and pain in service members and veterans with PTSD.
Interventions
- PROCEDURE Ear acupuncture
- BEHAVIORAL Mindfulness therapy
Trial Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Enrollment Target | 66 participants |
| Start Date | 2026-03-02 |
| Est. Completion | 2028-06 |
| Phase | NA |
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Full Details on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗What the Registry Record Tells You About NCT07021352
The ClinicalTrials.gov registry entry for NCT07021352 describes a study currently listed as recruiting, categorized as NA. The registered enrollment target is 66 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 2 interventions - of which Ear acupuncture is the first listed.
NCT07021352 reports 0 study locations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is clinical trial NCT07021352 about?
NCT07021352 is a clinical study titled "Auricular Acupuncture on Emotional Distress in Service Members and Veterans With PTSD". Emotional distress (ED) refers to a state of mental suffering that significantly impairs an individual's ability to cope, often leading to a decline in overall well-being. In military contexts, ED is a prevalent concern due to the unique and demanding challenges faced by military personnel both in c...
What is the current status of trial NCT07021352?
This trial is currently recruiting. It is a NA study. The enrollment target is 66 participants. The study started on 2026-03-02. Estimated completion is 2028-06.
What interventions are being tested in trial NCT07021352?
The interventions under investigation include: Ear acupuncture (PROCEDURE), Mindfulness therapy (BEHAVIORAL).
Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT07021352?
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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