NCT06390644

Effect of Periorbital Massage on Dry Eye Disease

• Status: Active Not Recruiting
• Phase: N/A
• Study type: Interventional
• Enrollment: 40 (actual)
• Sponsor: Superior University · Academic / Other
• Sex: All
• Age: 20 Years – 60 Years
• Healthy volunteers: Accepted

Summary

This randomized controlled trial aims to investigate the efficacy of periorbital massage therapy in alleviating symptoms and improving clinical outcomes in patients diagnosed with dry eye disease.

Detailed description

Participants will be randomized into either a periorbital massage intervention group or a control group receiving standard care. The intervention group will receive gentle periorbital massage techniques, while the control group will receive conventional dry eye treatments. The primary outcome measure will be assessed using the Schirmer Strips and Ocular Surface Disease Index (OSDI) questionnaire. This study holds promise for providing insights into the potential benefits of periorbital massage therapy as a complementary approach for managing dry eye disease symptoms and enhancing patients' overall quality of life.

Conditions

• Dry Eye

Interventions

Type	Name	Description
DIAGNOSTIC_TEST	Periorbital Massage Therapy	Participants in this arm will receive periorbital massage therapy administered by a trained practitioner. The massage technique will involve gentle circular motions around the eye sockets and brow bone area, aiming to improve eyelid and tear gland function.
OTHER	Control Group (Standard Care)	Participants in this arm will receive standard care for dry eye disease, which include artificial tears. They will not receive periorbital massage therapy."

Timeline

• Start date: 2023-10-01
• Primary completion: 2024-04-01
• Completion: 2024-09-30
• First posted: 2024-04-30
• Last updated: 2024-04-30

Locations

1 site across 1 country: Pakistan