Feldenkrais method shows promise for stress relief in sedentary women

NCT ID NCT07175974

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: University of Palermo Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Summary

This pilot study explored whether the Feldenkrais Method, a gentle movement and awareness practice, could reduce stress and improve well-being in 24 healthy, sedentary women aged 26-59. Participants attended eight daily 90-minute sessions or served as controls. Researchers measured heart rate, body water, and stress-related responses before and after the program. The study is small and early, but suggests this low-impact approach may help ease stress and support relaxation.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Feldenkrais Method - Awareness Through Movement (ATM)
What this could lead to: If it works, this could point toward a simple, drug-free way to help reduce stress and improve body awareness in sedentary women.
What could go wrong: This is a very small pilot study with only 24 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. It also cannot prove cause and effect because it was not a randomized controlled trial.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

autonomic nervous system disorder Psychological Well-Being Stress, Psychological

As listed by the trial registrant

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

AUTONOMIC NERVOUS SYSTEM HEALTHY VOLUNTEERS HYDRATION STRESS, PSYCHOLOGICAL

Contacts and locations

Locations

Sport and Exercise Sciences Research Unit, Department of Psychology, Educational Science and Human Movement, University of Palermo. Centro Forte Feldenkrais di Caterina Forte

Palermo, Palermo, 90144, Italy

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