Acupressure study: Data Sheet, Study Flow, Data Collection Tips, FAQs
 

Overview:  The purpose of this study is to determine the efficacy and side effects of acupressure when used as a first line treatment for benign, undifferentiated headaches in ED patients.
 

Primary Endpoints: Patient pain as assessed by VAS

Eligible Patients: Adult patients presenting with headaches that the physician believes to be of benign etiology.  Patients are ineligible if they are pregnant or suffer from hypertension.

Study Design: Prospective Randomized Trial
 

Anticipated Benefits: Possible pain relief.
 

Potential Risks: none.
 

Research Associate’s Role: The RA is responsible for identifying, enrolling, and collecting data from eligible patients for this study. The RA will be performing the acupressure on the patients.
 

Physician’s Role: If patient is willing to participate in the study, the RA will ask you make a final determination on the patient’s eligibility. You will be asked to only order pain medicines for the patient upon completion of the study.
 

Location of Study Packets: Media Room