Acupressure and foot exercises for type 2 diabetes
Part of Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study tests whether acupressure (a gentle pressure technique) and simple foot exercises can improve blood flow in the feet of people with type 2 diabetes. It may help prevent circulation problems.
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Who can take part
- You have been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes
- You are 18 years or older
- You can speak Turkish
- You are willing to take part
- You do not have a psychiatric condition diagnosed by a doctor
- You do not have diabetic ulcers, amputations, foot fractures, leg muscle pain, or foot swelling
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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