CompletedPhase 2

Acupuncture for Whiplash Associated Disorder

South Korea40 participantsStarted 2009-12

Plain-language summary

The purpose of this study is to determine whether acupuncture is effective and safe therapeutic method in the treatment of cervical pain, shoulder and upper extremity pain and discomfort due to Whiplash associated disorder. (Traumatic car accidents) We recruit 40 participants who had cervical, shoulder and upper extremity pain and had discomfort due to Whiplash associated disorder. And then we check initial data of 40 participants (Pain;VAS, Cervical ROM, SF-36, SDS, CMI) 40 participants were randomly allocated to two groups ; acupuncture group or waiting-list group. Acupuncture group: participants were given acupuncture treatment three times a week during 2 weeks, for 15 minutes at each session. After 6 times acupuncture treatments, we check information of participants again after 2 weeks(VAS, ROM, SF-36, SDS, CMI) Waiting-list group : The waiting-list group did not receive acupuncture treatment. After 2 weeks we check information of participants again (VAS, ROM, SF-36, SDS, CMI) The waiting-Patients in both groups were permitted to receive usual care including physical therapy and exercise and were not permitted to take analgesics and antiphlogistics during the trial periods.

Who can participate

Age range

20 Years

Sex

ALL

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Inclusion Criteria: * The patients who suffer cervical pain, limitation of cervical ROM, discomfort sensation due to traffic accidents (Whiplash associated disorder) * The patients who had no effect with 3 months orthopedical treatment. * willing to give their permission approval. * patients of at least 20 years of age (Both men, women) Exclusion Criteria: * Cervical fracture * Cervical spondylosis * suspect malignant disease(ex. tumor, stroke, etc) * suspect hemorrhagic disease infection disease, inflammatory disease * unable to communicate with Korean * The patients who had conscious disorder * Any other conditions deemed unsuitable for trial as evaluated by Physician-in-charge.

Questions worth asking your doctor

Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.

1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?

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Questions for the trial coordinator

The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.

1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?

A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.

What they're measuring

Pain Scores on the Visual Analog Scale

Timeframe: Change from Baseline in VAS at 2 weeks (post treatment)

Trial details

NCT IDNCT01395511

SponsorKyunghee University Medical Center

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeINTERVENTIONAL

Primary completion2010-10

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