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Breath or foot rub? trial tests which Low-Tech method best calms ER doctors

NCT ID NCT07705854

Symptom relief Sponsor: Cairo University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jul 15, 2026 · Last updated Jul 16, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This trial compares two non-drug stress-relief methods—box breathing and foot reflexology—in male emergency physicians aged 30-40. Over four weeks, participants either practice box breathing three times daily or receive foot reflexology three times weekly. Researchers measure changes in salivary cortisol and heart rate variability to see which approach better reduces stress.

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Active substance
box breathing exercises and foot reflexology
What this could lead to
If successful, this could point toward simple, drug-free stress-relief techniques for high-pressure medical workers.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with only 54 male participants, so results may not apply to all doctors or settings. The interventions are short-term and may not produce lasting stress reduction.

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

About 54 people

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Expected to start

Jul 2026

An estimate. Start dates often move.

Expected to finish

Sep 2026

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Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

30 to 40 years

Sex

Male participants only

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Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Male emergency physicians aged 30-40 years. * Body mass index (BMI) between 18.5 and 29.9 kg/m². * Working 8-hour day shifts. * Non-smokers. * At least 1 year of professional experience. * Able and willing to provide informed consent and comply with the study interventions and assessments. Exclusion Criteria: * Medical conditions that contraindicate participation in the interventions, including severe cardiovascular conditions or foot injuries that preclude foot reflexology. * Use of medications that may affect hormonal or stress-related outcomes, including antidiabetic medications, thyroid medications, and antidepressants. * Regular participation in stress-reduction techniques or relaxation programs. * Working night shifts. * BMI ≥30 kg/m² or \<18.5 kg/m².

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Locations

  • EL-Zeiton district Hospitals

    Cairo, Egypt

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