Clinical trials
Massage Effect clinical trials
Below are recruiting massage effect clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 38 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06829251Recruiting
Ear massage for stress and sleep in parents of children with diabetes
This study tests if a simple ear massage you can do at home helps reduce stress, anxiety, and improve sleep for parents of children with type 1 diabetes. You would learn the massage during online sessions and do it for a few weeks.
MersinAges 21–60 - NCT07432074Enrolling by invitation
Acupressure and massage after cesarean section
This study tests whether acupressure (gentle pressure on specific points) or massage can help women recover after a planned cesarean. It aims to reduce pain and improve comfort without using extra medicine.
IstanbulAges 18–45 - NCT07272031Recruiting
Office massage for stress in women with desk jobs
This study tests whether regular office massage can help lower stress and improve your body's ability to handle it. You'll attend 8 sessions over 4 weeks, and the results could help you feel calmer and healthier at work.
Riga, LatviaAges 18 years+ - NCT06604403Recruiting
Massage for people on hemodialysis
This trial tests if massage therapy during dialysis sessions can improve comfort or well-being. It's for people who have been on hemodialysis for at least 6 months and can communicate easily.
Erzurum, YakutiyeAges 18 years+ - NCT06293196Recruiting
Acupoint eye massage trial for healthy people
This study tests whether massaging acupoints around the eyes can improve eye health measurements. It is only for healthy people with no eye problems, recent surgeries, or caffeine before the test.
Wuhan, HubeiAges 18–80 - NCT06536608Recruiting
Oketani breast massage for breastfeeding help
This study tests a special breast massage technique (Oketani massage) to see if it helps new moms breastfeed more easily. If you are a healthy first-time mom in your 36th week of pregnancy, you may be able to join.
ÇankırıAges 18–45 - NCT06053229Recruiting
Massage therapy for leg muscle health during immobilization
This trial examines if percussive massage can help maintain leg muscle mass and strength when your leg is immobilized (e.g., in a cast). It aims to see if this therapy could reduce muscle loss during periods of disuse.
Provo, UtahAges 18–50 - NCT06506708Recruiting
Massage and hydrotherapy for endometriosis pain
This study tests whether combining massage and water therapy can reduce pain and improve well-being in people with endometriosis. If you have had pelvic pain for at least 6 months, this trial might help you find relief.
GranadaAges 18–55 - NCT07322731Recruiting
Massage for better sleep and comfort in preterm infants
This study tests whether gentle massage helps preterm babies sleep better, feel less stressed, and be more comfortable while in the NICU. It may improve their vital signs and overall well-being.
Van, TurkeyAges 2.9 years–3.1 years - NCT07312916Recruiting
Hand massage for itching in kidney dialysis patients
This study tests whether hand massage can help reduce the chronic itching that many people on dialysis experience. It compares two groups to see if massage provides relief and improves quality of life.
Lausanne, Canton of VaudAges 18 years+ - NCT06578936Recruiting
Massage and warmth after knee replacement
This study tests whether gentle belly massage and a warm pack help people have a bowel movement more quickly after total knee replacement surgery done under spinal anesthesia. It looks at how these simple, drug-free treatments may help get your bowels working again after surgery.
AdanaAges 18 years+ - NCT06756867Enrolling by invitation
Hand massage with violet oil for itching in hemodialysis patients
This study tests if a gentle hand massage using violet oil can help reduce itching and improve quality of life for people on hemodialysis. It is for patients who have been on dialysis for at least 6 months and have bothersome itching.
Kayseri, KayseriAges 18 years+ - NCT07447700Recruiting
Massage therapy during radiation for breast cancer
This study tests if focused chair massages after each radiation treatment can help with pain, movement, and quality of life for breast cancer patients. You would receive massages during your radiation treatment period.
Columbus, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT06631001Recruiting
Abdominal massage for digestion in ICU patients on tube feeding
This study tests if gentle abdominal massage can improve digestion in intensive care patients who are on a breathing machine and receiving liquid food through a tube. It might help prevent gastrointestinal issues like bloating or slow digestion.
MersinAges 18 years+ - NCT07028151Enrolling by invitation
Massage versus standard care for teeth grinding
This study tests whether a classical massage can help relieve jaw tension and other symptoms of teeth grinding (bruxism) in college students, compared to standard treatments. If you grind or clench your teeth and are between 18 and 27, this might be a non-invasive option to explore.
Bartın, AnkaraAges 18–27 - NCT06469996Recruiting
Massage therapy for fibromyalgia pain
This study tests whether a special type of massage (connective tissue massage) can reduce pain and improve well-being in women with fibromyalgia. The massage targets the soft tissues under the skin to relieve muscle tension and pain.
ElâzığAges 18–65 - NCT07165405Recruiting
Showering or massage for pain relief during labor
This study tests whether a hot sacral massage or a warm shower, done with support from your partner, can help manage pain and labor. It explores simple, comforting options for women who want to avoid pain medication during delivery.
Istanbul, BüyükçekmeceAges 18 years+ - NCT07150143Recruiting
Massage and exercises for chronic neck pain
This trial tests whether adding a special type of massage (connective tissue massage) and other physical therapies to standard neck stabilization exercises helps people with long-term neck pain feel better.
Ataşehir, IstanbulAges 18–65 - NCT06921174RecruitingPhase 2
Pelvic pain relief after childbirth: massage vs device
This study compares two non-surgical therapies for postpartum perineal pain: traditional perineal massage versus a small silicone device used inside the vagina. If you have persistent pain after a vaginal birth and have not tried other treatments yet, this trial may help you find relief.
Murcia, MurciaAges 18 years+ - NCT06567093Recruiting
Massage for pain during heel blood draw in newborns
This study tests whether a gentle leg and heel massage can help reduce pain in newborns during a standard heel blood test. It's for healthy babies born at full term (38–41 weeks) who are less than a month old.
Bartın, ProvinceAges 1 day–4 weeks - NCT07576192Recruiting
Massage treatments for heel pain in pregnant women
This study compares two hands-on massage techniques to relieve plantar fasciitis (heel pain) in pregnant women during the second trimester. The goal is to find the most effective, safe way to reduce pain without medication.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 18–40 - NCT07251543Enrolling by invitation
Salivary gland massage for dry mouth in older adults
This study tests whether a simple salivary gland massage program can help older adults with dry mouth improve chewing, swallowing, and overall oral health. It's designed for people aged 65 and older who can follow instructions and participate in activities.
Chiayi City, TaiwanAges 65 years+ - NCT07004894Recruiting
Exercises vs massage for tennis elbow
This study compares two elbow treatments for tennis elbow: a re-education exercise program and a friction massage. It aims to see which better reduces pain and improves function.
IslamabadAges 25–50 - NCT07518732Enrolling by invitation
Thoracic Spine Treatment: Massage and Manipulation Study
This study tests whether hands-on treatments—spinal manipulation and massage—can reduce back pain, improve flexibility, and help with sleep in older adults with long-standing mid-back problems. You would receive these treatments over time and answer questions about your pain and sleep.
IstanbulAges 18–65
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for massage effect?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 38 recruiting massage effect studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a massage effect trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a massage effect trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
Related conditions
Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.