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Effect of Electroacupuncture on Central Obesity and Fatty Liver in Postmenopausal Women
Sponsor: Cairo University
Summary
The aim of this study is to determine the effect of electroacupuncture on central obesity and fatty liver in postmenopausal women.
Official title: Effect of Electroacupuncture on Central Obesity and Fatty Liver in Postmenopausal Women: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Key Details
Gender
FEMALE
Age Range
50 Years - 60 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
60
Start Date
2026-03-01
Completion Date
2026-06-15
Last Updated
2026-02-27
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
Medical treatment
All women in both groups will adhere to the same medication (orlistat) as prescribed by the gynecologist for 12 weeks.
Hypocaloric diet
All women in both groups will be instructed to follow the same hypocaloric diet, as prescribed by a certified nutrition specialist, with a daily caloric intake of 1,200 kcal for a duration of 12 weeks.
Electroacupuncture
Women in the experimental group only will undergo electroacupuncture three times per week for 12 weeks. Treatment will be delivered in the supine position using sterile needles inserted at eight standardized acupoints associated with central obesity and weight regulation, with insertion depths of 10-25 mm. Low-frequency electrical stimulation (2 Hz, 0.5 ms) will be applied to the abdominal region for 30 minutes per session.
Locations (1)
Aga Central Hospital
Aga, Egypt