Pretreatment With Electroacupuncture to Reduce Discomfort

Pretreatment With Electroacupuncture to Reduce Discomfort

The main hypothesis is that performance of electroacupuncture before colonoscopy reduces pain during the exam.

To assess the efficacy of pre-colonoscopic electroacupuncture in reducing discomfort during colonoscopy.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Adult Patients referred for their first colonoscopy in the department of GI in Sheba, Tel Hashomer

Exclusion Criteria:

1. Ages <18y >75y
2. Any prior gastrointestinal endoscopy.
3. History of colonic resection.
4. Known or suspected stenosis of the colon.
5. Pregnancy.
6. Inflammatory bowel disease
7. Neuropsychiatric disorders or receiving psychotropic drugs.
8. Prior knowledge or experience of acupuncture.