Foot massage may soothe anxiety, study finds
NCT ID NCT07161102
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looks at whether foot reflexology can reduce anxiety in adults with anxiety disorders. About 44 people will receive either real reflexology or a fake massage twice a week for 5 weeks. Researchers will measure anxiety levels before, during, and after treatment to see if reflexology helps more than a placebo.
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Centro Universitário Mauricio de Nassau
Vitória da Conquista, Estado de Bahia, 45005338, Brazil
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