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Randomized Controlled Trial to Evaluate the Effectiveness of Three Different 15-Minute Office Massage Types (Head, Cervical Area, Hand) on Autonomic Nervous System Balance and Chronic Stress Reduction Using Heart Rate Variability (HRV)
This study is a randomized controlled trial designed to investigate which of three short office massage types (head, neck/shoulder area, or hand) is most effective for reducing chronic stress in women who perform sedentary office work. Many sedentary female office employees experience long-term tension and work-related strain, which can affect the body's ability to recover. The investigators are testing whether a 15-minute massage, performed twice a week for four weeks, can help restore balance within the body. The investigators will evaluate the impact of these massages using Heart Rate Variability (HRV)-an objective measure that shows how well the body manages stress (autonomic nervous system balance)-as well as analyzing participants' self-reported levels of perceived stress, sleep quality, and overall well-being. Participants receiving massage will be compared to a control group engaging in quiet rest.
Age
18 - No limit years
Sex
FEMALE
Healthy Volunteers
No
Start Date
January 5, 2026
Primary Completion Date
April 1, 2027
Completion Date
April 1, 2027
Last Updated
December 9, 2025
140
ESTIMATED participants
Head Massage Intervention
PROCEDURE
Cervical Area Massage Intervention
PROCEDURE
Hand Massage Intervention
PROCEDURE
Quiet Rest Control
OTHER
Lead Sponsor
Riga Stradins University
NCT07360600
NCT07482930
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