NCT04677751NARecruiting

Clinical and Electrographic Changes in Responsive Neurostimulation System (RNS) Patients With Acupuncture Treatment

The University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston

Start Date

4/1/2021

Completion Date

12/30/2027

Summary

The purpose of this study is to determine effects of Acupuncture on a Patient's mood and cognition,evaluate changes in clinically-reported seizure frequency and severity and analyze effects of Acupuncture on electrographic epileptiform activity stored by the RNS System

Eligibility Criteria

Age Range: 15 years to 60 years

Inclusion Criteria: * Patient implanted with the RNS system * Patient can undergo 12 weeks of acupuncture * Patient is able remain on stable medications for 12 weeks * Patient is able to remain on stable Detection and Stimulation settings for 12 weeks * Patient or/and caregiver is able to understand and sign informed consent and HIPAA authorization * Patient or caregiver able to maintain a seizure diary for duration of study Exclusion Criteria: * Patient and /or caregiver is unable to sign informed consent to study * Patient has a bleeding disorder, pacemaker, or pregnant

Interventions

DEVICE

Acupuncture intervention

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Conditions

Epilepsy

Locations

The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston

Houston, Texas 77030

United States