The Effect of Foot Reflexology in Women With Migraine (NCT07651839) | Clinical Trial Compass
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The Effect of Foot Reflexology in Women With Migraine
20 participantsStarted 2026-06-18
Plain-language summary
This prospective randomized controlled study aims to investigate the effects of foot massage on pain, anxiety, kinesiophobia, and postural control in women aged 18-45 years diagnosed with migraine who attend the Neurology Outpatient Clinic of Karabük University Karabük Training and Research Hospital. Participants who meet the inclusion and exclusion criteria will be randomly allocated into either a foot massage group or a control group using a simple randomization method. The foot massage group will receive a total of 10 sessions of foot massage over 5 weeks, with two sessions per week, while no massage intervention will be applied to the control group. All participants will be assessed at baseline, immediately after the intervention period, and two weeks following the completion of treatment. The findings of this study are expected to provide evidence regarding the effectiveness of foot massage in the management of symptoms in women with migraine.
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years – 45 Years
Sex
FEMALE
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AI-rewrites the medical criteria so a patient or caregiver can understand them. Always confirm with the trial site.
Inclusion Criteria:
* Being a woman between the ages of 18 and 45
* Having been diagnosed with migraine by a neurologist according to the International Headache Society (IHS) criteria
* Volunteering to participate in the study
* Being literate
* Not having entered menopause
Exclusion Criteria:
* Having any neurological disease other than migraine
* Having a psychiatric illness
* Smoking
* Having a musculoskeletal disease affecting the head and neck area
* Having a history of cervical or cranial surgery
* Having irritation or ulceration in the skin area to be massaged
* Receiving migraine treatment other than pharmacological treatment (acupuncture, dry needling, cupping, etc.)
* Having diabetic foot
* Having open wounds on the foot
* Pregnant individuals or individuals who become pregnant during the study period
Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
Generated to help you prepare — always confirm anything about your own eligibility and care with the study team and your doctor.
Questions for the trial coordinator
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.
What they're measuring
1
Headache Impact Test (HIT-6)
Timeframe: 2 days
2
Migraine Disability Assessment Scale
Timeframe: 2 days
3
International Physical Activity Questionnaire-Short Form