Acupressure Therapy on Post-stroke Fatigue, Depression, and Sleep Disturbances in Ischemic Stroke Patients

Launched by CHINA MEDICAL UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL · May 5, 2024

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This clinical trial is studying how acupressure therapy can help reduce post-stroke fatigue, depression, and sleep problems in patients who have had an ischemic stroke. Post-stroke fatigue is a common issue, causing feelings of tiredness that don't go away with rest, affecting about 25% to 85% of stroke survivors in their first year. The researchers believe that acupressure, which involves applying pressure to specific points on the body, may help alleviate these symptoms by reducing inflammation in the body.

To participate in this study, individuals must be at least 50 years old, have had an ischemic stroke, and experience fatigue. They will be assessed for their fatigue levels and, if eligible, randomly assigned to either the acupressure group or a routine care group for two weeks. Throughout the study, researchers will collect information about inflammation and how participants feel regarding their fatigue and sleep quality. This trial aims to better understand how acupressure can benefit stroke recovery, particularly for those struggling with fatigue and sleep disturbances.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • 1. Ages 50 years old and above, both sex.
• • 2. Diagnosed with stroke, ischemic.
• • 3. Consciousness clear (GCS\>=13)
• • 4. Stable vital signs and neurological functional status with no or controlled complications (e.g., infection or gastrointestinal bleeding).
• • 5. With fatigue (FAS \>=24)
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • 1. Severe cognition impairment unable to give consent
• • 2. Dysphasia
• • 3. Ventilation use
• • 4. Multiple diseases with unstable conditions
• • 5. Receiving acupuncture therapy with the same acupoints.