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Battlefield Auricular Acupressure (BAApress) for Emergency Department Observation Psychiatric Patients With Co-occurring Chronic and Acute Pain Management
In Brief
A clinical study evaluating Auricular Acupressure Pads for Pain. Completed, enrolled 11 participants across 1 site.
Detailed Summary
The purpose of this research study is to find out what effects (good and bad) acupressure applied to the outside of the ear (Auricular Acupressure), in addition to the standard of care medication regimen, will have on pain. This study is being done to assess whether acupressure in addition to prescribed pain medication may be of benefit in decreasing pain levels and improving overall wellbeing. This study will also evaluate the feasibility of routinely offering acupressure to patients having pain issues in addition to a psychiatric diagnosis.
Study Details
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Interventions
Pads containing seeds that are placed on specific sites of the ear that are thought to help with pain.