Plain-English translation of NCT07578220 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 a modified acupotomy technique — a minimally invasive procedure guided by ultrasound — to treat ankylosing spondylitis, a condition that causes inflammation and stiffness in the spine. Researchers want to see whether this improved method can safely reduce disease activity and pain in people with this condition. Half of the participants will receive the actual treatment, and half will receive a sham procedure (a fake treatment) so researchers can fairly compare results.
Current treatments for ankylosing spondylitis don't work well enough for everyone, and doctors need better options. This trial aims to determine whether this new acupotomy approach can provide real benefits and establish clearer guidelines for using it as a treatment option.
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If you join, you'll come in for an initial assessment, then receive four acupotomy sessions over three weeks — one session per week. Each session involves ultrasound imaging to locate the most affected areas of your spine, followed by the acupotomy procedure at specific points along your spine. You'll be numbed with local anesthetic before the procedure. Throughout the trial, researchers will monitor your disease activity and symptoms to see whether the treatment helps.
AI-generated summary from trial data · Jun 2, 2026 · Not medical advice
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