Acupuncture Therapy for COVID-Related Olfactory Loss

Acupuncture Therapy for COVID-Related Olfactory Loss

This study is looking at the role of acupuncture as a treatment for olfactory dysfunction in patients who tested positive for COVID-19.

Inclusion Criteria:

• 18 years or older.
• Patients with post-viral olfactory dysfunction > 4 weeks.
• History of positive COVID-19 PCR.

Exclusion Criteria:

• Less than 18 years of age.
• Active sinus infection.
• New diagnosis of untreated CRS.
• Prior diagnosis of dementia or Parkinson's disease.
• Prior head trauma or neurosurgical procedure resulting in olfactory loss.
• Patients who do not speak or read English.
• Patients unable to understand and sign the study consent.