Laser acupuncture shows promise for diabetes body shape

NCT ID NCT07661160

Completed Disease control Sponsor: Cairo University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jul 10, 2026 · Updated 6 times

Summary

This completed trial tested whether laser acupuncture could improve body shape index (ABSI) in 50 women aged 40-50 with uncontrolled type 2 diabetes and obesity. Participants received either real or sham laser acupuncture twice a week for 12 weeks, plus a low-glycemic diet. The study measured changes in body shape, blood sugar (HbA1c), sleep, and diabetes distress.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Laser acupuncture (low-intensity laser beams applied to acupoints)
What this could lead to: If it works, this could offer a non-invasive, drug-free way to improve body shape and blood sugar control in women with type 2 diabetes.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage study (50 women) with no blinding details. The effect may be small or due to the diet plan, not the laser. Results may not apply to men or other groups.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Obesity obesity disorder type 2 diabetes mellitus

As listed by the trial registrant

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

OBESITYTYPE 2 DIABETES MELLITUS TYPE 2 DIABETES

Contacts and locations

Locations

The National Institute of Diabetes and Endocrinology

Cairo, Cairo Governorate, 4260010, Egypt

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