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Acupoint TENS vs Resistance Training for Iron Deficiency Anemia

18. května 2026 aktualizováno: Dina Ebrahim Mohamed Aboshady, Cairo University

Effect of Transcutaneous Electrical Acupoint Stimulation Versus Resistance Exercise on Hemoglobin Level in Women With Iron Deficiency Anemia

The current study is designed to compare between the effect of transcutaneous electrical acupoint stimulation and resistance exercises on hemoglobin level in women with iron deficiency anemia.The design of this study will be a randomized controlled trial (RCT) pretest post-test assessment.Sixty women diagnosed with iron deficiency anemia will be recruited in this study from Kafrelshiekh University Hospital, Kafrelshiekh Governorate, Egypt. Their ages will be ranged from 20 to 30 years old, and they will be randomly divided into three equal (n= 20) groups. Change in hemoglobin concentration (g/dL) after the intervention period and changes in RBC count, MCV, MCH, RDW, serum ferritin, fatigue level, and functional exercise capacity after treatment will be measured.

Přehled studie

Detailní popis

Iron deficiency anemia (IDA) is one of the most common nutritional disorders among women and is associated with fatigue, weakness, reduced physical performance, and impaired quality of life. Non-pharmacological interventions such as Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS) applied on acupuncture points such as gall bladder 39 and spleen 6 and resistance exercise may help improve circulation, stimulate physiological responses, and support hemoglobin production.This study is randomized controlled trial (RCT) pretest post test assessment aimed to compare the effects of acupoint TENS and resistance exercise on hemoglobin levels in women with iron deficiency anemia.Sixty women diagnosed with iron deficiency anemia will be recruited in this study . Their ages will be ranged from 20 to 30 years old, and they will be randomly divided into three equal (n= 20) groups as following:

  1. Study group (A) includes 20 women who will receive acupuncture transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (Acu-TENS) in addition to routine medical treatment program.
  2. Study group (B) includes 20 women who will undergo resistance exercise training in addition to routine medical treatment program.
  3. Control group (C) includes 20 women who will receive routine medical treatment program only.

The treatment program will be applied once per day, three times per week for 12 consecutive weeks.

Typ studie

Intervenční

Zápis (Odhadovaný)

60

Fáze

  • Fáze 4

Kontakty a umístění

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Studijní kontakt

Studijní záloha kontaktů

Studijní místa

      • Cairo, Egypt
        • Nábor
        • Kafrelsheikh University
        • Kontakt:

Kritéria účasti

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Kritéria způsobilosti

Věk způsobilý ke studiu

  • Dospělý

Přijímá zdravé dobrovolníky

Ne

Popis

Inclusion Criteria:

  • Sixty women diagnosed with iron deficiency anemia within ≤6 months.
  • Their hemoglobin concentrations ranging from 8.0 to 10.9 g/dL that classified as moderate anemia in accordance with the World Health Organization (WHO) criteria.
  • The iron deficiency anemia resulted from the heavy monthly bleeding of menstrual cycle as reported by the women.
  • Their age will be ranged from 20 and 30 years old.
  • Their BMI will be ranged from 18.5 to 24.9 kg/m².
  • They will have the same level of functional capacity assessed by 6-minute walking test.
  • They will be receiving the same medical treatment programme.

Exclusion Criteria:

  • Other causes of anemia (e.g., hemolytic anemia, anemia of chronic disease, megaloblastic anemia, thalassemia, or sickle cell disease).
  • Severe anemia (hemoglobin < 8.0 g/dL)
  • History of chronic kidney disease, liver disease, or malignancy.
  • Current pregnancy or lactation, due to altered iron metabolism and hemoglobin thresholds.
  • Recent blood transfusion or iron therapy (oral or intravenous) within the past 3 months.
  • Use of hematopoietic agents (e.g., erythropoietin).
  • Acute infection or inflammatory conditions at the time of enrollment.
  • Inability or unwillingness to provide informed consent or comply with study procedures.
  • Previous participation in complementary treatments/research within the last six months.

Studijní plán

Tato část poskytuje podrobnosti o studijním plánu, včetně toho, jak je studie navržena a co studie měří.

Jak je studie koncipována?

Detaily designu

  • Primární účel: Léčba
  • Přidělení: Randomizované
  • Intervenční model: Paralelní přiřazení
  • Maskování: Žádné (otevřený štítek)

Zbraně a zásahy

Skupina účastníků / Arm
Intervence / Léčba
Experimentální: Study group (A)
Study group (A) includes 20 women with iron deficiency anemia who will receive acupuncture transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (Acu-TENS) in addition to a routine medical treatment program.
This technique will be applied to the study group (A) only as follow: In the Acu-TENS group, electrodes of the TENS device will be applied over bilateral gall bladder 39 (on the lateral aspect of the lower leg, 3 cun above the tip of the external malleolus, on the anterior border of the fibula) and spleen 6 (a width of four fingers above the medial malleolus on the posterior border of the tibia)
Oral iron supplementation using ferrous sulfate 325 mg (approximately 65 mg elemental iron) administered as a single morning dose, preferably on alternate days, to optimize iron absorption and minimize gastrointestinal side effects based on current clinical recommendations.
Dietary intervention including increased intake of iron-rich foods (such as red meat and legumes) along with vitamin C-rich foods (such as citrus fruits) to enhance iron absorption.
Participants are advised to avoid tea, coffee, calcium, and antacids within 2 hours of iron intake to optimize absorption.
Experimentální: Study group (B)
) Study group (B) includes 20 women with iron deficiency anemia who will undergo resistance exercise training in addition to routine medical treatment program.
Oral iron supplementation using ferrous sulfate 325 mg (approximately 65 mg elemental iron) administered as a single morning dose, preferably on alternate days, to optimize iron absorption and minimize gastrointestinal side effects based on current clinical recommendations.
Dietary intervention including increased intake of iron-rich foods (such as red meat and legumes) along with vitamin C-rich foods (such as citrus fruits) to enhance iron absorption.
Participants are advised to avoid tea, coffee, calcium, and antacids within 2 hours of iron intake to optimize absorption.
Resistance exercise training: This type of exercise training will be applied to the study group (B) only as follow: Resistance exercise is commonly prescribed using the FITT principle (Frequency, Intensity, Time, and Type).Multi-joint resistance exercises covering major muscle groups (legs, back, arms, core), by using free weights for legs and arms, body weight through (squats, lunges and pushups).
Aktivní komparátor: Control group (C)
Control group (C) includes 20 women with iron deficiency anemia who will receive routine medical treatment program only.
Oral iron supplementation using ferrous sulfate 325 mg (approximately 65 mg elemental iron) administered as a single morning dose, preferably on alternate days, to optimize iron absorption and minimize gastrointestinal side effects based on current clinical recommendations.
Dietary intervention including increased intake of iron-rich foods (such as red meat and legumes) along with vitamin C-rich foods (such as citrus fruits) to enhance iron absorption.
Participants are advised to avoid tea, coffee, calcium, and antacids within 2 hours of iron intake to optimize absorption.

Co je měření studie?

Primární výstupní opatření

Měření výsledku
Popis opatření
Časové okno
Change in hemoglobin concentration
Časové okno: 3 months
Change in hemoglobin concentration (g/dL) measured before and after the intervention period.
3 months

Sekundární výstupní opatření

Měření výsledku
Popis opatření
Časové okno
Change in red blood cell (RBC) count
Časové okno: Baseline to 3 months
Change in red blood cell (RBC) count measured before and after the 3-month intervention period.
Baseline to 3 months
Change in mean corpuscular volume (MCV)
Časové okno: Baseline to 3 months
Change in mean corpuscular volume (MCV) measured before and after the 3-month intervention period.
Baseline to 3 months
Change in serum ferritin level
Časové okno: Baseline to 3 months
Change in serum ferritin (ng/mL) measured before and after the 3-month intervention period.
Baseline to 3 months
Change in fatigue level
Časové okno: Baseline to 3 months
Change in fatigue level assessed using the Fatigue Severity Scale (FSS). The FSS consists of 9 items, each scored from 1 to 7, with total scores calculated as the average of all items. Higher scores indicate greater fatigue severity.
Baseline to 3 months
Change in health-related quality of life
Časové okno: Baseline to 3 months
Change in health-related quality of life assessed using the Short Form-36 (SF-36) Health Survey. The SF-36 includes 36 items covering 8 domains, with each domain scored from 0 to 100. Higher scores indicate better health status and quality of life.
Baseline to 3 months
Change in cardiorespiratory fitness
Časové okno: Baseline to 3 months
Change in cardiorespiratory fitness assessed using the 6-Minute Walk Test (6MWT). The test measures the total distance walked in meters over 6 minutes, with higher distances indicating better functional exercise capacity and cardiorespiratory fitness.
Baseline to 3 months

Spolupracovníci a vyšetřovatelé

Zde najdete lidi a organizace zapojené do této studie.

Spolupracovníci

Vyšetřovatelé

  • Ředitel studie: Dina Ebrahim Mohamed Aboshady, BSc PT, Faculty of Physical Therapy, Kafrelsheikh University
  • Vrchní vyšetřovatel: Nagwa Mohamed Hamed Badr, PhD, Cairo University
  • Vrchní vyšetřovatel: Dina Ebrahim Mohamed Aboshady, BSc PT, Faculty of Physical Therapy, Kafrelsheikh University

Publikace a užitečné odkazy

Osoba odpovědná za zadávání informací o studiu tyto publikace poskytuje dobrovolně. Mohou se týkat čehokoli, co souvisí se studiem.

Obecné publikace

  • Divya Mary, S. M., & Priyadharshini, P. (2022). Impact of resistance exercise versus diet supplements on iron deficiency anemia in girls. International Journal of Medical and Exercise Science, 8(2), 1302-1310. DOI:10.36678/IJMAES.2022.V08I02.006
  • Hegazy, M., Obaya, H., Mohamed, F., & Draz, R. (2024). Effect of transcutaneous electrical acupoint stimulation versus aerobic exercise on iron deficiency anemic females. Bulletin of International Journal of Physiotherapy, 2(2), 28-34. https://doi.org/10.21608/BIJPT.2024.304165.1036

Termíny studijních záznamů

Tato data sledují průběh záznamů studie a předkládání souhrnných výsledků na ClinicalTrials.gov. Záznamy ze studií a hlášené výsledky jsou před zveřejněním na veřejné webové stránce přezkoumány Národní lékařskou knihovnou (NLM), aby se ujistily, že splňují specifické standardy kontroly kvality.

Hlavní termíny studia

Začátek studia (Aktuální)

15. ledna 2026

Primární dokončení (Odhadovaný)

15. srpna 2026

Dokončení studie (Odhadovaný)

15. října 2026

Termíny zápisu do studia

První předloženo

8. května 2026

První předloženo, které splnilo kritéria kontroly kvality

18. května 2026

První zveřejněno (Aktuální)

26. května 2026

Aktualizace studijních záznamů

Poslední zveřejněná aktualizace (Aktuální)

26. května 2026

Odeslaná poslední aktualizace, která splnila kritéria kontroly kvality

18. května 2026

Naposledy ověřeno

1. května 2026

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