Massage therapy tested as a tool for type 1 diabetes stress and glucose control
NCT ID NCT07275086
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.
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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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Peter Johansson
Norrköping, Linköpings Universitet, 601 74, Sweden