Clinical Trial: Auricular Acupuncture for The Treatment of Post-Tonsillectomy Pain

Study Status: Completed
Recruit Status: Completed
Study Type: Interventional




Official Title: Auricular Acupuncture for The Treatment of Post-Tonsillectomy Pain

Brief Summary: The goal of this study is to assess the role of battlefield acupuncture in the reduction of pain scores status post adult tonsillectomy. Secondary goals of this study include reduction in narcotic usage, decreased nausea and vomiting, and evaluating patient factors that lend an increased risk of worsening pain or improved response with acupuncture.