Checking the effectiveness of adding acupressure and ear acupuncture treatment

Phase 2

Recruiting

• Conditions: ADHD.; Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, predominantly inattentive type; F90.0

• Registration Number: IRCT20101130005280N57
• Lead Sponsor: Mashhad University of Medical Sciences

Brief Summary

Not available

Detailed Description

Not available

Study Timeline

• Results First Posted: 1900-01-01
• Last Update Posted: 21 November 2022

Recruitment & Eligibility

• Status: Recruiting
• Sex: All
• Target Recruitment: 102

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

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

Study & Design

• Study Type: interventional
• Study Design: Not specified

Primary Outcome Measures

Name	Time	Method
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.