Status:
ENROLLING_BY_INVITATION
Effect of Foot Reflexology on Anxiety
Lead Sponsor:
Carlos Germano Dias Santos
Conditions:
Anxiety Disorders
Eligibility:
All Genders
18-80 years
Phase:
NA
Brief Summary
This randomized, sham-controlled, parallel, double-blind clinical trial investigates the effects of foot reflexology on anxiety and well-being in adults with anxiety disorders. Participants are random...
Detailed Description
Participants aged 18-60 years with a clinical diagnosis of anxiety (DSM-5) are recruited and randomized 1:1 into two groups: Experimental: standardized foot reflexology protocol targeting reflex poin...
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion
- Age between 18 and 60 years.
- Clinical diagnosis of anxiety disorder confirmed by a healthcare professional (physician or psychologist).
- Score ≥ 11 on the Beck Anxiety Inventory (BAI) in the initial assessment.
- Availability to participate in the 10 proposed sessions.
- Signed informed consent.
Exclusion
- Current use of benzodiazepines, antidepressants, or other psychotropic medications initiated less than 3 months ago.
- Associated diagnosis of psychotic disorder, bipolar disorder, or active suicidal ideation.
- Presence of serious or decompensated medical conditions (e.g., severe cardiovascular disease, uncontrolled epilepsy).
- Simultaneous participation in other complementary therapies (e.g., acupuncture, auriculotherapy, yoga, Reiki) during the study period.
- Pregnant or lactating women.
- Individuals with foot injuries, infections, or diseases that prevent foot reflexology.
Key Trial Info
Start Date :
July 30 2025
Trial Type :
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation :
ESTIMATED
End Date :
December 5 2025
Estimated Enrollment :
44 Patients enrolled
Trial Details
Trial ID
NCT07161102
Start Date
July 30 2025
End Date
December 5 2025
Last Update
November 28 2025
Active Locations (1)
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Centro Universitário Mauricio de Nassau
Vitória da Conquista, Estado de Bahia, Brazil, 45005338