Foot massage vs acupressure for hot flashes and sleep
Part of Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This study compares two gentle foot therapies—reflexology and acupressure—to see which one helps more with hot flashes and sleep problems in women going through menopause.
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Who can take part
- You are between 45 and 55 years old.
- Your body mass index (BMI) is between 25 and 30.
- You are past menopause and have moderate to severe hot flashes.
- You have sleep problems that score above 5 on a sleep quality test.
- You have not had emotional stress in the last 6 months, and you are not taking certain medicines, herbs, or hormones, and you do not work night shifts, and you do not have nerve problems in your feet.
Quick eligibility check
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