Electronic Massager vs Therapist Massage for Comfort

Satisfaction and Feasibility Evaluation of an Electronic Massager Compared to Massage Therapist-delivered Massage

Recruiting N/A Interventional Study
Massage Therapy
No Placebo Group Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo. Healthy Volunteers Welcome You do not need to have the condition being studied to take part.
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At a Glance
Age
18 and older
Sex
Any
Study type
Interventional
Purpose
Other
Participants needed
20 (estimated)
Sponsor
Mayo Clinic · Other
Who this trial is looking for

This trial is looking for adults to compare the satisfaction of using an electronic massager with a massage from a professional therapist. Participants will share their experiences with both methods of massage.

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?

You may be able to join if

  • I am 18 years or older
  • I can provide informed consent
  • I am a woman and I am not pregnant
  • I agree to use effective birth control during the study
  • I can complete all tasks in this trial

You may not be able to join if

  • I am currently pregnant or breastfeeding
  • I cannot lie down on my stomach
  • I have a bleeding disorder
  • I have cancer or am being treated for cancer
  • I have allergies or skin issues
  • I have an unstable medical or mental health condition

Summarized in plain language from this trial's official eligibility criteria. The full criteria are further down this page — only the research team can confirm whether you qualify.

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About This Trial

The objective of this study is to evaluate the practicality and acceptability of using an electronic massager. Additionally, it aims to compare user satisfaction between the experience with an electric massager and a massage provided by a professional massage therapist.

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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Age 18 years or older * Ability to provide informed consent * Women of childbearing potential who self-report not being pregnant and agree to employ an effective method of birth control (surgical sterilization or oral contraceptives, barrier method with spermicides, intrauteri…
Contacts

Shawn Fokken, CCRP

507-293-2740

GIMResearchStudies@mayo.edu

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