Massage therapy tested as a tool for type 1 diabetes stress and glucose control

NCT ID NCT07275086

Not yet recruiting Symptom relief Sponsor: University Hospital, Linkoeping Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This pilot study will test whether five weekly sessions of Swedish massage can reduce stress and improve blood sugar control in 20 adults with type 1 diabetes. Researchers will measure stress hormones, inflammation, and glucose levels before and after the massage program. The goal is to see if this approach is feasible and worth testing in a larger trial.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Swedish massage
What this could lead to: If it works, this could point toward a low-cost, drug-free way to help manage stress and blood sugar in type 1 diabetes.
What could go wrong: This is a very small, early pilot study with no control group. Results may not be reliable or generalizable. Massage is unlikely to replace standard diabetes care.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

type 1 diabetes mellitus type 1 diabetes mellitus 1

As listed by the trial registrant

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

DIABETES MELLITUS, TYPE 1

Contacts and locations

Locations

Peter Johansson

Norrköping, Linköpings Universitet, 601 74, Sweden

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