Can acupressure calm chemo anxiety? small study investigates
NCT ID NCT06322615
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This pilot study tested whether acupressure, a noninvasive technique, can help reduce anxiety in patients receiving chemotherapy. Thirty adults undergoing chemo at Mayo Clinic who reported at least mild anxiety were offered a nurse-led acupressure session and taught how to do it at home. The main goal was to see if patients were interested and if the approach was practical, not yet to prove it works.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Acupressure therapy
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a simple, non-drug way to help cancer patients manage anxiety during chemotherapy.
What could go wrong
This is a very small pilot study (30 people) focused on feasibility, not proof of effectiveness. Results may not apply to all patients.
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Locations
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Mayo Clinic in Rochester
Rochester, Minnesota, 55905, United States