Clinical Trial

Effects of Circadian-Based Acupressure on Sleep Quality in Nursing Home Residents

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This record was last updated January 20, 2026 (before its estimated June 30, 2026 completion). Its status may not reflect the trial's current state.
Summary
This randomized controlled trial aims to evaluate the effectiveness of circadian-based acupressure compared with sham acupressure in improving sleep quality among nursing home residents. Additionally, the study will examine the effects of the intervention on insomnia severity, heart rate variability, and psychological distress, including depression, anxiety, and stress. A total of 80 older adults aged 60 years and above residing in a nursing home in Jakarta, Indonesia, will be randomly assigned to either the circadian-based acupressure group or the sham acupressure group. Participants in the intervention group will receive circadian-based acupressure twice daily, five days per week for four weeks, with acupoints selected and administered according to circadian meridian activity, while the control group will receive sham acupressure at non-acupuncture points with the same frequency and duration. Outcome measures will be assessed at baseline and immediately post-intervention.
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Trial Details
NCT Number NCT07349446
Lead Sponsor Taipei Medical University
Collaborators: Krida Wacana Christian University
Conditions Poor Sleep Quality, Anxiety, Depression, Stress, Insomnia
Enrollment 80 participants
Start Date 2026-01-20
Primary Completion 2026-06-30 (estimated)
Study Completion 2026-06-30 (estimated)
Updated on ClinicalTrials.gov 2026-01-20