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Gentle pressure, big relief? acupressure tested for diabetic nerve pain in seniors

NCT ID NCT07392619

Symptom relief Sponsor: Nigde Omer Halisdemir University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Aug 26, 2026 · Updated 3 times

Summary

This study tests whether acupressure—a non-invasive therapy using finger pressure on specific body points—can reduce nerve pain, improve balance confidence, and lessen fear of falling in adults aged 65+ with painful diabetic peripheral neuropathy. 76 participants will be randomly assigned to receive either real acupressure or a sham version over 10 sessions in one month. Researchers will measure changes in symptoms, balance, and quality of life.

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Active substance
acupressure
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a simple, non-drug way to manage painful diabetic nerve symptoms and improve balance and quality of life in older adults.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with only 76 participants. The placebo group also receives a sham version, so any benefit may be due to the placebo effect. Results may not apply to everyone.

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

About 76 people

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Expected to start

Dec 2026

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Expected to finish

Sep 2028

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Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

65 years and older

Sex

Anyone

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Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: Elderly individuals aged 65 years and older No sensory impairment that would hinder communication Cognitively capable of answering questions Able to walk independently or with an assistive device Have not previously received acupressure therapy for DPN Diagnosed with diabetic peripheral neuropathy (DPN) by a physician No orthopedic problems Provide informed consent Exclusion Criteria: Not providing informed consent History of non-diabetic neuropathy Physician-diagnosed advanced cardiovascular, kidney, or liver disease Bleeding tendency Cerebrovascular disease History of medical conditions such as retinopathy or nephropathy Presence of open wounds, ulcers, or orthopedic problems on the feet Inability to walk independently Not voluntarily agreeing to participate in the study

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Conditions

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diabetic neuropathy diabetic polyneuropathy

As listed by the trial registrant

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Acupressure Painful diabetic peripheral neuropathy (PDPN)

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