An interventional study of Laser acupuncture and energy-restricted diet in Metabolic Syndrome, sponsored by Cairo University. Completed at 1 site in Egypt. Open to female participants aged 50 Years to 65 Years. Per ClinicalTrials.gov, last updated 2024-05-31.
Sponsored by Cairo University · Not applicable, Interventional, and Diagnostic
Thirty postmenopausal women were collected from outpatient clinic of faculty of physical therapy in Benha University to participate in this study. Their ages were ranged from 55-65 years old and their body mass index (BMI) ranged from 30 to 34.9 Kg/m2. They were divided randomly into 2 equal groups; Group A: received diet regimen, Group B: received diet regimen and treated with laser acupuncture for 30 minutes, 3 sessions per week for two months
-Group A (control group): All post-menopausal women followed an energy-restricted diet for 8 weeks. Meal plan that creates an energy deficit of 500 to 1000 Kcal per day less than the individual's average daily intake was suitable for weight reduction.Each post-menopausal woman followed Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) which : low in total fat, cholesterol, red meat, sweets and sugar containing beverages, emphasize fish, nuts, fruits, vegetables and whole grains and it also rich in Potassium(6900mg), Calcium(1200-1500mg) and Magnesium, as well as vitamins A, C and E.
II-Group B (study group):
All women in group (B) were received 24 activated laser acupuncture treatments. Treatments was performed 3 times per week for 8 weeks.Laser acupuncture was applied withwavelength of 810 nm, power output of 150 mW in continuous wave mode and energy density laser of 4 J/cm2 with irradiation time 3 min/point. Total duration of the training session was 30 minutes.Before starting the first treatment session, each woman was instructed briefly about the nature of the treatment to gain her confidence and cooperation. The surface of the treated skin was cleaned with alcohol wipe in order to remove any material that could absorb or disperse the radiationon the surface.The laser handheld device (laser beam spot size ≤ 36 mm2) was applied directly and perpendicularly to avoid scattering the beam, The Laser probe was applied to the surface of skin before switching on apparatus.
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All women in group (B) were received 24 activated laser acupuncture treatments. Treatments was performed 3 times per week for 8 weeks.Laser acupuncture was applied withwavelength of 810 nm, power output of 150 mW in continuous wave mode and energy density laser of 4 J/cm2 with irradiation time 3 min/point. Total duration of the training session was 30 minutes.Before starting the first treatment session, each woman was instructed briefly about the nature of the treatment to gain her confidence and cooperation. The surface of the treated skin was cleaned with alcohol wipe in order to remove any material that could absorb or disperse the radiationon the surface.The laser handheld device (laser beam spot size ≤ 36 mm2) was applied directly and perpendicularly to avoid scattering the beam, The Laser probe was applied to the surface of skin before switching on apparatus.
Device: Laser acupuncture · Dietary Supplement: energy-restricted diet
All post-menopausal women followed an energy-restricted diet for 8 weeks. Meal plan that creates an energy deficit of 500 to 1000 Kcal per day less than the individual's average daily intake was suitable for weight reduction.Each post-menopausal woman followed Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) which : low in total fat, cholesterol, red meat, sweets and sugar containing beverages, emphasize fish, nuts, fruits, vegetables and whole grains and it also rich in Potassium(6900mg), Calcium(1200-1500mg) and Magnesium, as well as vitamins A, C and E
Dietary Supplement: energy-restricted diet
24 activated laser acupuncture treatments. Treatments was performed 3 times per week for 8 weeks.Laser acupuncture was applied withwavelength of 810 nm, power output of 150 mW in continuous wave mode and energy density laser of 4 J/cm2 with irradiation time 3 min/point
All post-menopausal women followed an energy-restricted diet for 8 weeks. Meal plan that creates an energy deficit of 500 to 1000 Kcal per day less than the individual's average daily intake was suitable for weight reduction.Each post-menopausal woman followed Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) which : low in total fat, cholesterol, red meat, sweets and sugar containing beverages, emphasize fish, nuts, fruits, vegetables and whole grains and it also rich in Potassium(6900mg), Calcium(1200-1500mg) and Magnesium, as well as vitamins A, C and E
Lipid profile TG
Triglycerides in mmol/L will be measured
Time frame: 8 weeks after treatment
Lipid profile HDL
High density lipoprotein in mmol/L will be measured
Time frame: 8 weeks after treatment
Plan to share: No
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