Table 1.

Study criteria

Inclusion Criteria

1. 18 years of age or older

2. Previous diagnosis of dry eye disease (DED) by an ophthalmologist

3. Persistent signs and symptoms of DED for at least 1 month

Exclusion Criteria

1. Intraocular surgery or laser within 90 days

2. History of acupuncture treatment within the past year

3. Known history of adverse reaction to acupuncture

4. Pregnancy

5. Breast feeding