Clinical Trial

The Effect of Aromatherapy Foot Massage on Neuropathic Pain in Patients With Type2 Diabetes

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This record was last updated December 9, 2025 (before its estimated December 31, 2025 completion). Its status may not reflect the trial's current state.
Summary
The aim of this clinical trial is to learn about the effect of aromatherapy foot massage on neuropathic pain in patients with Type 2 diabetes. In addition, while determining the effect of aromatherapy foot massage on neuropathic pain; it was also aimed to find the source of the reduction in pain. The main questions he aimed to answer are as follows: Does aromatherapy foot massage have an effect on neuropathic pain in patients with type 2 diabetes? Does foot massage have an effect on neuropathic pain in patients with type 2 diabetes? The researchers will compare an oil without aromatherapy oil with a placebo group to see if aromatherapy foot massage reduces neuropathic pain. Participants: Participants will perform the massage treatment three times a week for 4 weeks. Participants will perform foot massage for 10 minutes, 5 minutes on each foot. Participants will be evaluated by calling once a week for 4 weeks.
Trial Details
NCT Number NCT07271160
Lead Sponsor TC Erciyes University
Conditions Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM), Neuropathic Pain
Enrollment 78 participants
Start Date 2025-12-01
Primary Completion 2025-12-31 (estimated)
Study Completion 2026-05-15 (estimated)
Updated on ClinicalTrials.gov 2025-12-09