Comparing Acupuncture vs. Sham Acupuncture for the Management of Hot Flashes in Prostate Cancer Patients Receiving Hormone Therapy

This study is evaluating whether acupuncture may help reduce hot flashes in men receiving hormone therapy for prostate cancer. Hot flashes are a common side effect of androgen deprivation therapy (ADT) and may negatively affect sleep, mood, concentration, daily activities, and overall quality of life. Participants enrolled in this study will receive acupuncture treatment over a defined treatment period. The study will assess changes in hot flash frequency, severity, and quality of life using patient questionnaires and symptom diaries. Participants will complete a daily hot flash diary during

Trial Details

NCT ID
NCT07594002
Phase
NA
Sponsor
University of Kentucky
Status
RECRUITING
Cancer Type
Prostate Cancer
Interventions
  • Real Acupuncture
  • Sham Acupuncture
Locations (sample)
  • Lexington, Kentucky, United States|37.98869,-84.47772

Key Eligibility Criteria

  • Patients with history of prostate cancer with currently receiving hormone therapy or had received hormone therapy in the past two years
  • Hormone therapies may include androgen deprivation therapy ( ADT; e.g., leuprolide, degarelix, or relugolix) or androgen signaling inhibitors (e.g.…
  • Patients may also receive additional treatments such as chemotherapy, radioligand therapy or target therapy in combination with hormone therapy.
  • Reports hot flashes at least twice per day. Patients may already be taking medications for hot flashes. There is no limit on the number of hot flas…

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