Electro-acupuncture and Transcorneal Electrical Stimulation (TES) for Retinitis Pigmentosa (NCT02086890)

🧪 Interventions in This Study

• Electro-acupuncture (DEVICE)
• Laser Acupuncture (DEVICE)
• Transcorneal Electrical Stimulation (DEVICE)
• Sham Electro-acupuncture (DEVICE)
• Sham laser acupuncture (DEVICE)
• Sham transcorneal electrical stimulation (DEVICE)

Full eligibility criteria are available on the official NIH protocol. View the criteria ↗

📍 All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)

• Nova Southeastern University; College of Optometry — Fort Lauderdale, Florida

💰 Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights

• 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
• Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA § 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
• Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.

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💡 How to Participate

1. Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
2. Review the official NIH record below to find the coordinating site.
3. Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
4. Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.