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This study aims to evaluate the effect of acupressure on menopausal symptoms in women.

The Effect of Acupressure on Menopausal Symptoms: A Randomized, Sham-Controlled Study

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Randomized controlled trial investigates acupressure's effect on menopausal symptoms in women, suggesting a reduction in physical discomfort.

This study aims to evaluate the effect of acupressure on menopausal symptoms in women.
Randomized, sham-controlled, single-blind study design
Involved 81 women, with 40 in the acupressure group and 41 in the sham group
Participants received thrice-weekly acupressure sessions for 4 weeks
Data collected using a personal information form and Menopause Rating Scale
Acupressure significantly reduced somatic and urogenital complaints (P < 0.001)
No significant difference in psychological complaints (P = 0.281)
Sham acupressure did not significantly affect menopausal complaints score (P < 0.05)

Bayülgen et al. (2026) studied this question.

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Randomized controlled trial investigates acupressure's effect on menopausal symptoms in women, suggesting a reduction in physical discomfort.