Dry Eye
Conditions
Brief 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.
Interventions
DIAGNOSTIC_TESTPeriorbital 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.
Participants in this arm will receive standard care for dry eye disease, which include artificial tears. They will not receive periorbital massage therapy.
Sponsors
Superior University
Study design
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Intervention model
PARALLEL
Primary purpose
DIAGNOSTIC
Masking
NONE
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
ALL
Age
20 Years to 60 Years
Healthy volunteers
Yes
Inclusion criteria
* Symptoms of dry eye (such as burning, dryness or foreign body sensation) * Ocular signs of dry eye (such as tear film instability, reduced tear production or meibomian gland dysfunction) * Patients having moderate and severe dry eye disease according to schirmer test Willing and able to comply with the study protocol
Exclusion criteria
* Active ocular infection * Ocular surgery within past 3 months * Use of contact lenses * Use of systemic medications that can affect tear production or tear quality * Pregnancy or lactation
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Schirmer Strips | 12 Months | Schirmer's test is used to determine whether the eye produces enough tears to keep it moist. The test is performed by placing filter paper inside the lower lid of the eye. After 5 minutes, the paper is removed and tested for its moisture content. |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| OSDI Questionnaire | 12 Months | The Ocular Surface Disease Index (OSDI) is a questionnaire that has been validated to discriminate between normal, mild to moderate, and severe dry eye disease as defined by the physician's assessment and a composite disease severity score |
Countries
Pakistan
Outcome results
None listed