May 7, 2026 · Climacteric : the journal of the International Menopause Society · DOI: 10.1080/13697137.2026.2645641

The effect of auricular acupressure on quality of life in postmenopausal women: a randomized sham-controlled clinical trial

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The study aimed to determine the effect of auricular acupressure on the quality of life (QoL) in postmenopausal women, amid rising interest in complementary therapies over traditional hormone treatments. Results indicated that auricular acupressure significantly improved overall QoL and all specific domains (physical, psychosocial, vasomotor, and sexual) compared to a sham treatment. The findings suggest that this non-pharmacological approach may be beneficial for women experiencing menopausal symptoms, particularly those ineligible for hormone therapy.

Zainab Alimoradi, Zohreh Hosseini Marznaki, Amirnavid Moeini

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