An Acupuncture Study for Prostate Cancer Survivors With Urinary Issues (NCT05540392) | Clinical Trial Compass
Active — Not RecruitingPhase 1/2
An Acupuncture Study for Prostate Cancer Survivors With Urinary Issues
United States60 participantsStarted 2022-09-09
Plain-language summary
The purpose of this study is to test whether acupuncture can improve nocturia in prostate cancer survivors. This is the first time acupuncture is being studied for nocturia in prostate cancer survivors. Researchers will see if acupuncture is a practical treatment option for prostate cancer survivors with nocturia. The study will also look at the effect acupuncture has on nocturia and other symptoms prostate cancer survivors experience such as insomnia, hot flashes, anxiety, depression, tiredness (fatigue), sexual dysfunction, and cognitive (mental) difficulties.
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years
Sex
MALE
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Inclusion Criteria:
* Age 18 or older
* Prior PC diagnosis
* No evidence of Prostate Cancer
* Clinically meaningful nocturia, defined as ≥2 nocturia episodes every night for the past month
Exclusion Criteria:
* \<1 month since completion of PC treatment (surgery, chemotherapy, radiation, ADT)
* Score of ≥5 on the STOP-Bang questionnaire indicative of high risk of moderate-to severe obstructive sleep apnea
* Other untreated primary sleep disorder (e.g. delayed/advanced sleep phase syndrome)
* Untreated primary psychiatric disorder (e.g. bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, substance abuse, dementia)
* Initiation of new medications for urinary symptoms in the past 4 weeks
* Altered dosing of medications for urinary symptoms in the past 4 weeks
* Plan to initiate/change medications or other treatments (e.g. surgery, behavioral intervention, complementary therapies) for urinary symptoms during the study
* Implanted electronically charged medical device
* Unable to provide consent for himself
* Unwilling to adhere to all study-related procedures
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.