NCT06931054 Combination of Acupuncture, Auricular Acupressure and Nicotine Replacement Therapy for Smoking Cessation
| NCT ID | NCT06931054 |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Phase | — |
| Sponsor | The University of Hong Kong |
| Condition | Smoking |
| Study Type | INTERVENTIONAL |
| Enrollment | 270 participants |
| Start Date | 2025-05-05 |
| Primary Completion | 2026-10-30 |
Eligibility & Interventions
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What to Expect as a Participant
You will actively receive the study intervention — which may be a drug, biologic, device, or procedure.
This trial targets 270 participants in total. It began in 2025-05-05 with a primary completion date of 2026-10-30.
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Brief Summary
The aims of this study include: (1) to evaluate whether a combined smoking cessation treatment of acupuncture, auricular acupressure, and nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) is more effective in improving smoking cessation rates at a 6-month follow-up compared to NRT alone; (2) to assess whether the combined smoking cessation treatment of acupuncture, auricular acupressure, and NRT increases the incidence of side effects compared to NRT alone; (3) to evaluate whether the combined smoking cessation treatment of acupuncture, auricular acupressure, and NRT is more effective in reducing withdrawal symptoms compared to NRT alone. This study will randomly assign participants into three groups. The total sample size is set at 270 participants, with each group consisting of 90 participants. The randomization ratio is 1:1:1.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: 1. Individuals aged 18 or older. 2. Individuals who consume at least 10 traditional cigarettes per day. 3. Individuals with access to a smartphone for communication and internet use. 4. Individuals who are able to read and write Chinese. Exclusion Criteria: 1. Previous use of acupuncture for smoking cessation or any other condition. 2. Skin problems related to diabetes. 3. Hyperthyroidism. 4. Hospitalized at Intensive Care Unit in the past 4 weeks. 5. Severe cardiovascular diseases. 6. Pregnancy. 7. Breastfeeding. 8. History of severe adverse reactions to acupuncture. 9. Current use of blood-thinning medication or having a bleeding disorder. 10. Current use of other smoking cessation services.
Contact & Investigator
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can join the NCT06931054 clinical trial?
This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 18 Years or older, studying Smoking. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.
Is NCT06931054 currently recruiting?
Yes, NCT06931054 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at derekcheung@hku.hk for enrollment information.
Where is the NCT06931054 trial being conducted?
This trial is being conducted at Hong Kong, Hong Kong.
Who is sponsoring the NCT06931054 clinical trial?
NCT06931054 is sponsored by The University of Hong Kong. The trial plans to enroll 270 participants.