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

NCT ID NCT07392619

Not yet recruiting Symptom relief Sponsor: Nigde Omer Halisdemir University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

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.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

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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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

diabetic neuropathy diabetic polyneuropathy

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

ACUPRESSURE PAINFUL DIABETIC PERIPHERAL NEUROPATHY (PDPN)

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