Ear acupressure may offer Drug-Free sleep relief for menopausal women
NCT ID NCT07708324
First seen Jul 16, 2026 · Last updated Jul 17, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This trial investigates whether auricular acupressure—applying small seeds to pressure points on the ear—can safely improve sleep in women aged 40 to 55 who have insomnia during perimenopause. Participants will receive either real acupressure or a sham version, and sleep quality will be measured using questionnaires and sleep diaries. The goal is to find a non-drug alternative that avoids the risks of hormone therapy or sleeping pills.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- auricular acupressure using adhesive plasters containing Vaccaria seeds
- What this could lead to
- If effective, this could offer a safe, non-drug option for improving sleep in women with perimenopausal insomnia, avoiding risks linked to hormone therapy or sedatives.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage trial with 98 participants, and the sham control may reveal only a modest benefit. Results may not apply to all women or confirm long-term safety.
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