Effects of self-administered acupressure for substance use disorders: A randomised clinical trial
Not Applicable
- Conditions
- Mental and Behavioural Disorders
- Registration Number
- PACTR202407473530071
- Lead Sponsor
- Self
- Brief Summary
Not available
- Detailed Description
Not available
Recruitment & Eligibility
- Status
- Pending
- Sex
- All
- Target Recruitment
- 100
Inclusion Criteria
•Patients currently receiving treatment for substance use disorders at rehabilitation centres in Gauteng;
•Individuals must be able to communicate in English;
•Respondents must be capable of giving informed consent to participate in the study; and
••Respondents must be above the age of 18 and less than the age of 65.
Exclusion Criteria
•Respondents who do not meet the inclusion criteria as specified above.
Study & Design
- Study Type
- Interventional
- Study Design
- Not specified
- Primary Outcome Measures
Name Time Method The study's findings aim to contribute valuable insights into alternative therapies for Substance use disorders treatment, with the potential to enhance existing recovery strategies and promote access to complementary medicine in South Africa. Overall, this research seeks to address a significant gap in the literature and improve health outcomes for individuals struggling with substance use disorders.
- Secondary Outcome Measures
Name Time Method The findings of this study may contribute to the use of complementary therapies to facilitate the treatment of substance abuse disorders.