U.S., March 26 -- ClinicalTrials.gov registry received information related to the study (NCT06893172) titled 'Effectiveness of Warm Acupuncture in Patients with Postherpetic Neuralgia' on March 18.
Brief Summary: Postherpetic neuralgia (PHN) is the most common clinical complication of herpes zoster. PHN can persist for months to years, and in some cases, the pain may last for more than five years. Patients suffering from severe, prolonged pain endure significant distress, which seriously affects their quality of life and daily activities. Moreover, PHN can lead to insomnia, anxiety, depression, or even suicide. Currently, the treatment of PHN primarily focuses on pain management. First-line treatment options include gabapentin, pregabalin,...