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Acupoint TENS vs Resistance Training for Iron Deficiency Anemia

18 maja 2026 zaktualizowane przez: 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.

Przegląd badań

Szczegółowy opis

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 studiów

Interwencyjne

Zapisy (Szacowany)

60

Faza

  • Faza 4

Kontakty i lokalizacje

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Kontakt w sprawie studiów

Kopia zapasowa kontaktu do badania

Lokalizacje studiów

      • Cairo, Egipt
        • Rekrutacyjny
        • Kafrelsheikh University
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Kryteria uczestnictwa

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Kryteria kwalifikacji

Wiek uprawniający do nauki

  • Dorosły

Akceptuje zdrowych ochotników

Nie

Opis

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.

Plan studiów

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Jak projektuje się badanie?

Szczegóły projektu

  • Główny cel: Leczenie
  • Przydział: Randomizowane
  • Model interwencyjny: Przydział równoległy
  • Maskowanie: Brak (otwarta etykieta)

Broń i interwencje

Grupa uczestników / Arm
Interwencja / Leczenie
Eksperymentalny: 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.
Eksperymentalny: 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).
Aktywny komparator: 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 mierzy badanie?

Podstawowe miary wyniku

Miara wyniku
Opis środka
Ramy czasowe
Change in hemoglobin concentration
Ramy czasowe: 3 months
Change in hemoglobin concentration (g/dL) measured before and after the intervention period.
3 months

Miary wyników drugorzędnych

Miara wyniku
Opis środka
Ramy czasowe
Change in red blood cell (RBC) count
Ramy czasowe: 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)
Ramy czasowe: 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
Ramy czasowe: 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
Ramy czasowe: 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
Ramy czasowe: 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
Ramy czasowe: 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

Współpracownicy i badacze

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Współpracownicy

Śledczy

  • Dyrektor Studium: Dina Ebrahim Mohamed Aboshady, BSc PT, Faculty of Physical Therapy, Kafrelsheikh University
  • Główny śledczy: Nagwa Mohamed Hamed Badr, PhD, Cairo University
  • Główny śledczy: Dina Ebrahim Mohamed Aboshady, BSc PT, Faculty of Physical Therapy, Kafrelsheikh University

Publikacje i pomocne linki

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Publikacje ogólne

  • 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

Daty zapisu na studia

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Główne daty studiów

Rozpoczęcie studiów (Rzeczywisty)

15 stycznia 2026

Zakończenie podstawowe (Szacowany)

15 sierpnia 2026

Ukończenie studiów (Szacowany)

15 października 2026

Daty rejestracji na studia

Pierwszy przesłany

8 maja 2026

Pierwszy przesłany, który spełnia kryteria kontroli jakości

18 maja 2026

Pierwszy wysłany (Rzeczywisty)

26 maja 2026

Aktualizacje rekordów badań

Ostatnia wysłana aktualizacja (Rzeczywisty)

26 maja 2026

Ostatnia przesłana aktualizacja, która spełniała kryteria kontroli jakości

18 maja 2026

Ostatnia weryfikacja

1 maja 2026

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