Acupressure for better sleep in hemodialysis patients
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests whether acupressure, a gentle pressure technique on specific body points, can improve sleep quality in people receiving hemodialysis. If you have trouble sleeping and are on dialysis, this might be a helpful addition to your care.
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Who can take part
- 18 years or older
- Have been on hemodialysis for at least 6 months
- Receive dialysis 3 times a week
- Able to read, write, and understand Turkish
- No vision, hearing, or perception problems
- No wounds on the legs, amputations, rheumatoid arthritis, or recent limb fractures
- No psychiatric illness, hepatitis B, or hepatitis C
- Not currently using other complementary therapies (like acupuncture, massage, etc.)
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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