Study of Reflexology Massage and Hot Water Foot Bath to Reduce Pain and Support Gut Recovery After Laparoscopic Colorectal Cancer Surgery

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 SB mraniye 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.

Reflexology Massage and Hot Water Foot Bath for Pain and GI Recovery After Colorectal Surgery