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The Effect of Reflexology Massage and Hot Water Foot Bath on Pain and Gastrointestinal Functions After Colorectal Surgery
Led by Istanbul University - Cerrahpasa · Updated on 2025-05-14
102
Participants Needed
2
Research Sites
4 weeks
Total Duration
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AI-Summary
What this Trial Is About
Researchers are evaluating the effects of two non-invasive treatments, reflexology massage and hot water foot bath, on reducing postoperative pain and improving gastrointestinal functions in patients who have undergone laparoscopic colorectal cancer surgery. This randomized controlled trial aims to provide evidence on the best method to alleviate complications such as pain, nausea, vomiting, and delayed gas or fecal passage after surgery. The study includes 102 participants divided into three groups and is conducted at the General Surgery Clinic of SBÜ Ümraniye Training and Research Hospital. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of three groups: receiving reflexology massage, receiving a hot water foot bath, or receiving no intervention as a control. The treatments will be applied after surgery to assess their effects on pain and gastrointestinal recovery. The study uses computerized randomization to assign patients to groups and follows a structured protocol for treatment application and data collection. During the study, participants will have their pain levels measured using the Numerical Rating Scale (NRS) within 24 hours after surgery. Gastrointestinal function will be monitored by recording the time to first gas and feces passage and bowel sounds per minute. The Rhodes Index of Nausea, Vomiting, and Retching (RINVR) will also be used to track nausea symptoms. Additional data such as vital signs and medical history will be collected. All results will be analyzed statistically to determine the effects of the interventions on postoperative recovery.
CONDITIONS
Brief Title
Reflexology Massage and Hot Water Foot Bath for Pain and GI Recovery After Colorectal Surgery
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- 18 years of age or older
- Planning laparoscopic surgery for a malignant tumour in the large intestine
- The same method was used for preoperative bowel and gastrointestinal tract preparation
- Postoperative Numerical Proportioning Scale (NRS) score of 3 and above
- Verbal and written acceptance to participate in the research
You will not qualify if you...
- The patient has a temporary or permanent stoma
- Having a history of reflexology application before
- Open wound, infection, circulatory disorder, lesion, etc. in the areas where reflexology massage or hot water foot bath will be applied
- Patient-controlled analgesia in the early postoperative period
- Having any problem that prevents verbal communication
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Your Study Journey
Duration - 2 to 4 weeks
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial.
1 visit (in-person)
Duration - 1 day
Participants undergo laparoscopic colorectal cancer surgery.
1 visit (in-person)
Duration - Within 24 hours postoperatively
Participants receive reflexology massage, hot water foot bath, or no intervention to support postoperative pain relief and gastrointestinal recovery.
1 to 3 visits depending on intervention group
Duration - Within 24 hours postoperatively
Participants are monitored for postoperative pain, gastrointestinal function, nausea, and vomiting using assessment scales and clinical observations.
Up to 3 assessments (in-person)
Trial Site Locations
Total: 2 locations
1
Istanbul University-Cerrahpaşa
Istanbul, Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye), 34320
Not Yet Recruiting
2
University of Health Sciences, Umraniye Training and Research Hospital
Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye), 34764
Actively Recruiting
Research Team
C
Cansu Mert, Master
How is the study designed?
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Masking
NONE
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Model
PARALLEL
Primary Purpose
SUPPORTIVE_CARE
Number of Arms
3
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