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Checking the effectiveness of adding acupressure and ear acupuncture treatment

Investigating the effectiveness of adding acupressure and ear acupuncture treatment to stimulant drugs in children and adolescents with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder

Status
Recruiting
Phases
Phase 3
Study type
Interventional
Source
IRCT
Registry ID
IRCT20101130005280N57
Enrollment
102
Registered
2022-09-05
Start date
2022-08-23
Completion date
Unknown
Last updated
2022-11-21

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Conditions

ADHD. Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, predominantly inattentive type

Interventions

Intervention 1: Intervention group: In the intervention groups, in addition to using CNS stimulating drugs, acupressure and ear acupuncture treatments are also used. The number of treatment sessions f

Sponsors

Mashhad University of Medical Sciences
Lead Sponsor

Eligibility

Sex/Gender
All
Age
6 Years to 18 Years

Inclusion criteria

Inclusion criteria: Age 6 to 18 years ADHD diagnosis according to DSM-V with confirmation of a pediatric psychiatry subspecialist Not suffering from mental retardation, epilepsy, pervasive developmental disorders, schizophrenia, manic episodes, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorders, learning disorders of specific skills and hyperactivity symptoms caused by organic disorders or drug reactions based on clinical interview. by a psychiatrist Under medical treatment with stimulant drugs such as methylphenidate or atomoxetine Written and verbal informed consent from parents

Exclusion criteria

Exclusion criteria: Intolerance of acupressure or ear acupuncture treatment Low compliance Changes in drug therapy during the study

Design outcomes

Primary

MeasureTime frame
ADHD Rating Scale. Timepoint: Before the intervention and the end of the first, second, third months. Method of measurement: Examination of the patient's symptoms by the doctor.

Countries

Iran (Islamic Republic of)

Contacts

Public ContactZohreh Mahdianpoor

Mashhad University of Medical Sciences

faridhoseinif@mums.ac.ir+98 51 3711 2540

Outcome results

None listed

Source: IRCT (via WHO ICTRP) · Data processed: Feb 4, 2026