NCT05855421 Efficacy and Safety of Auricular Acupuncture in Depression During the Covid 19 Pandemic
| NCT ID | NCT05855421 |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Phase | — |
| Sponsor | Universidade do Sul de Santa Catarina |
| Condition | Depressive Symptoms |
| Study Type | INTERVENTIONAL |
| Enrollment | 280 participants |
| Start Date | 2023-03-01 |
| Primary Completion | 2025-12-15 |
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 280 participants in total. It began in 2023-03-01 with a primary completion date of 2025-12-15.
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Brief Summary
Participants with moderate depressive symptoms measured by PHQ-9 will be randomized to receive auricular acupuncture. The triple blinded procedure will be conducted in 12 sessions (6 weeks). The primary outcome is the response to the treatment 3 months after inclusion.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Age between 18 and 50 years old * PHQ-9 score between 10 and 19 (moderate depression) * Availability for sessions Exclusion Criteria: Use complementary and integrative practices at the last 3 months; Suicidal risk evaluated by question number 9 in the PHQ-9 Severe depression score in the PHQ-9 Prior use of auricular acupuncture Pregnancy Menopause Tape and metal allergy
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who can join the NCT05855421 clinical trial?
This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 18 Years or older, up to 50 Years, studying Depressive Symptoms. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.
Is NCT05855421 currently recruiting?
Yes, NCT05855421 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at danielmor7@gmail.com for enrollment information.
Where is the NCT05855421 trial being conducted?
This trial is being conducted at Palhoça, Brazil.
Who is sponsoring the NCT05855421 clinical trial?
NCT05855421 is sponsored by Universidade do Sul de Santa Catarina. The trial plans to enroll 280 participants.