Thumbtack needle for insomnia in menopausal women
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This trial uses thumbtack needles (a type of tiny, press-in acupuncture needle) to help women in perimenopause or menopause who have chronic insomnia. The goal is to see if this simple, low-risk treatment can improve sleep quality.
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Who can take part
- You must be a woman between 40 and 65 years old.
- You must be in perimenopause (the time around your last period) or menopause (no period for 12 months).
- You must have chronic insomnia—trouble sleeping at least 3 nights a week for at least 3 months.
- You must not have taken sleep aids, anti-anxiety drugs, antidepressants, or hormone replacement therapy in the last month.
- You must be willing to stop taking any current sleep or mood medications before starting (after doctor's approval).
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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