Impact of massage chairs on sleep quality in people with insomnia

Is this trial a fit for you?

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

What this trial studies

This study evaluates the long-term effects of using advanced massage chairs on sleep quality and overall well-being in individuals suffering from insomnia. Participants will engage in daily massage sessions for 30 minutes before bedtime over a three-month period, alternating between periods of using the chair and not using it. The study aims to determine if these massage sessions can significantly improve sleep quality and life satisfaction for those with severe insomnia symptoms.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* score of ≥16 on the Athens Insomnia Scale (AIS-8)

Exclusion Criteria:

* history of mental illness,
* history of epilepsy
* acute or chronic condition that would limit the ability of the patient to participate in the study

Where it's running

• School of Physical Education, Sports and Dietetics, TEFAA
  Trikala, Thessaly, Greece Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Giorgos Sakkas, PhD
• Email: gsakkas@uth.gr
• Phone: +30-24310 47022

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.