Plain-English translation of NCT07010003 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗ · Source last updated · Translation generated · How we translate trials
This study doesn't follow the usual testing phases — it may be an observational study or a different type of research.
This trial is testing whether ear acupressure—a technique from Traditional Chinese Medicine applied to specific points on the ear—can help reduce anxiety and pain in patients about to have heart surgery. Ear acupressure following the NADA protocol has been used safely in Germany since 1995 and is known for its calming effects. The researchers want to see if this simple, non-medication approach can help patients feel more relaxed and comfortable before their surgery.
Heart surgery can be very emotionally overwhelming, and many patients experience intense anxiety beforehand. High anxiety can make physical and emotional symptoms worse and may even affect surgery outcomes. While some studies show that acupressure can reduce anxiety and improve well-being, there is limited research specifically on ear acupressure before heart surgery—so doctors want to study this more carefully.
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If you join this trial, you will be randomly assigned to either receive the standard pre-surgery care that all heart surgery patients receive, or to receive the standard care plus a session of ear acupressure before your surgery. The ear acupressure treatment involves small needles or seeds placed on specific points of your ear according to the NADA protocol. This is a quick, non-invasive procedure, and you will be monitored to see how it affects your anxiety and pain levels before and after your surgery.
AI-generated summary from trial data · Jun 23, 2026 · Not medical advice
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