Multi-Acupoint Laser Therapy for Body Shape and Composition in Obese Menopausal Women
Effects of a Multi-acupoint Laser Therapy Device on Body Shape and Body Composition in Obese Menopausal Women
Chang Gung Memorial Hospital
40 participants
Mar 16, 2026
INTERVENTIONAL
Conditions
Summary
The purpose of this study is to integrate Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) theory and therapeutic methods with modern low-level laser stimulation on corresponding acupoints, applying this combined approach to the field of weight management in menopausal women. The trial aims to investigate whether lifestyle modifications in accordance with WHO guidelines (dietary control and exercise), combined with adjunctive low-level laser acupuncture, can enhance weight reduction and improve body composition more effectively than standard lifestyle interventions alone.
Eligibility
Inclusion Criteria4
- Female participants aged 45 to 55 years
- No cognitive impairment or major psychiatric disorder
- Able to understand the study procedures and communicate with research staff
- Body mass index (BMI) \> 24 kg/m² OR waist-to-hip ratio \> 0.88
Exclusion Criteria6
- Pregnant or possibly pregnant women
- Diagnosed chronic diseases currently under active treatment, including hepatitis, chronic kidney disease, chronic gastrointestinal disease, cardiovascular disease, or cancer
- Systemic diseases such as hyperthyroidism, hypothyroidism, compensated liver cirrhosis, or autoimmune disorders
- Currently receiving weight control treatment, including bariatric surgery or weight-loss medications
- History of epilepsy or seizure disorder
- Coagulation disorders or current use of anticoagulant therapy
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Interventions
Low-level laser therapy, 780 nm wavelength, 30 minutes per session, 12 sessions over 6 weeks, targeting 10 acupoints: bilateral Shenshu (BL23), Sanyinjiao (SP6), Tianshu (ST25), Shuifen (CV9), Guanyuan (CV4), and Dàdài (GB26).
Sham laser treatment that mimics the appearance and procedure of active low-level laser therapy but does not emit therapeutic laser energy. Sessions are conducted twice weekly for 6 weeks (12 sessions total).
WHO guideline-based diet and exercise counseling; weekly 5-10 minute sessions including waist, hip, and body composition monitoring.
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NCT07472881