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The Effect of Distraction Techniques Used in Intramuscular (IM) Injections on Pain in Adolescents Presenting to the Emergency Department With Dysmenorrhea: A Randomized Controlled Study
Led by Duygu MEZDE · Updated on 2025-02-24
90
Participants Needed
1
Research Sites
26 weeks
Total Duration
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Sponsors
D
Duygu MEZDE
Lead Sponsor
O
Ondokuz Mayıs University
Collaborating Sponsor
AI-Summary
What this Trial Is About
Brief Summary: This study investigates the effectiveness of non-pharmacological techniques for managing dysmenorrhea (menstrual pain) in adolescents. The study focuses on methods such as Helfer Skin Tap Technique (HSTT) and ShotBlocker, which aim to reduce pain without medication. The goal is to determine how these techniques can help adolescents manage their pain more effectively. The study targets adolescents aged 12-18 who experience menstrual pain. Participants will be monitored over several months to assess the impact of these techniques on their pain levels, emotional well-being, and daily activities. Participation in the study poses minimal risks. However, the effectiveness of these pain management techniques may vary from person to person. By the end of the study, the aim is to improve pain management strategies for adolescents and gain a better understanding of the effectiveness of non-pharmacological treatments for dysmenorrhea.
CONDITIONS
Official Title
The Effect of Distraction Techniques Used in Intramuscular (IM) Injections on Pain in Adolescents Presenting to the Emergency Department With Dysmenorrhea: A Randomized Controlled Study
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Adolescents aged 12-18 years
- Experience of dysmenorrhea (menstrual pain) during at least one menstrual cycle
- Adolescents presenting to the emergency department with dysmenorrhea
- Written informed consent from participants or their legal guardians
You will not qualify if you...
- Severe cardiovascular, neurological, or other serious medical conditions
- Pregnancy
- Regular hormonal therapy or use of birth control methods
- Significant psychological or physiological conditions related to pain sensitivity (e.g., hyperalgesia)
- Receiving other pharmacological treatments or pain management medications during the study
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Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
1
Ladik Devlet Hastanesi
Samsun, Turkey (Türkiye), 55760
Actively Recruiting
Research Team
D
Duygu Mezde, MSN
CONTACT
E
Esra Tural Büyük, Prof Dr
CONTACT
How is the study designed?
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Masking
NONE
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Model
PARALLEL
Primary Purpose
TREATMENT
Number of Arms
3
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