Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Interventional Ages 18 and up

Effects of acupressure and foot exercises on blood circulation in people with Type 2 diabetes

Official title: The Effect Of Acupressure and Foot Exercise on Ankle Brachial Index in Individuals With Type 2 Diabetes: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Run by Abant Izzet Baysal University · NCT06271382 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is testing whether acupressure and ankle exercises can improve blood circulation in people with Type 2 diabetes.

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Quick facts

Study typeInterventional
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment60 (estimated)
SponsorAbant Izzet Baysal University
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Bolu)
StatusRecruiting
StartedFebruary 24, 2025
Main results expectedApril 24, 2025
Study endsApril 24, 2025
Registry record updatedFebruary 27, 2025
Trial IDNCT06271382 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study are adults aged 18 and older who have been diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes and can communicate in Turkish.

Probably not a fit

Patients with psychiatric diseases, diabetic ulcers, foot amputations, myalgia, fractures, or edema in the feet may not benefit from this study.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This study examines how acupressure and ankle exercises can influence the ankle-brachial index (ABI) in individuals diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes. Utilizing a randomized controlled experimental design, participants will be divided into groups receiving either acupressure, sham acupressure, or foot ankle exercises. The ABI is a non-invasive measure that helps assess blood flow and detect potential circulatory issues in diabetic patients. The goal is to determine if these interventions can improve peripheral circulation and ABI values, potentially reducing complications associated with diabetes.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide a non-invasive method to improve blood circulation in patients with Type 2 diabetes, potentially reducing their risk of complications.

How similar studies have gone: While similar studies have explored the effects of acupressure and exercise on diabetes, this specific comparison of interventions on ABI in this population appears to be novel.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Being diagnosed with type 2 diabetes
* Be 18 years or older
* Ability to speak Turkish
* Ability to establish verbal communication
* Volunteering to participate in the research

Exclusion Criteria:

* Presence of any psychiatric disease diagnosed by a physician
* Presence of diabetic ulcers on both feet and legs
* Presence of any amputation in the foot or leg
* Having myalgia in the foot,
* Foot fracture
* Edema in the feet

Where it's running

  • Beşkavaklar Aile Sağlığı Merkezi
    Bolu, Turkey (Türkiye)
    Recruiting

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How to take part

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Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.