Trial studying safety and effects for Tinnitus
Official title Application of Machine Learning Based on fNIRS in Predicting Acupuncture's Efficacy in Treating Tinnitus
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06364670
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This study is testing whether computer tools can predict how well acupuncture works. It looks at brain scan data from people with tinnitus (ringing in the ears).
- Who it's for
- You may be able to join if you have tinnitus and agree to get brain scans.
- What's involved
- You would get brain scans using a light-based device called fNIRS. You would also get acupuncture treatment.
- Time commitment
- The source text does not say how long the study lasts or how many visits are needed.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 to 60
You may be able to join if
- Bilateral tinnitus that meets the diagnostic criteria for chronic subjective tinnitus.
- Male and female, aged between 18 and 60 years.
- Right-handed people who are able to comply with the study protocol and sign written informed consent.
- Not participating in other clinical trials concurrently.
You likely can't join if
- Participants with objective tinnitus.
- Participants have nervous system diseases or neuropsychiatric diseases that can significantly affect brain blood oxygen metabolism assessed by fNIRS.
- Participants with severe cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases, malignant liver and kidney diseases, and other serious diseases.
- Participants have any contraindications for acupuncture (such as a bleeding tendency).
- Pregnant or lactating women.
- Participants have received tinnitus treatment with drugs or other therapies in the last four weeks.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part, but confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years to 60 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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