Effects of Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS) on Surgical Anxiety, Postoperative Pain, and Patient Satisfaction in Patients Undergoing Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy

What this Trial Is About

Researchers are evaluating whether Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS), a non-invasive method using mild electrical currents applied through the skin, can improve recovery after laparoscopic gallbladder removal surgery (laparoscopic cholecystectomy). This study aims to see if TENS can reduce surgical anxiety, decrease postoperative pain, and improve overall patient satisfaction compared with standard surgical care. The trial addresses the need for alternatives to opioid pain management due to their side effects and risks. Participants will be randomly assigned to either receive TENS therapy alongside standard care or standard care alone. TENS will be applied using surface electrodes before and after surgery following clinical guidelines. The study will compare outcomes such as surgical anxiety, pain intensity, and patient satisfaction between the two groups. Data collection includes patient questionnaires and clinical assessments during the hospital stay and follow-up. During the study, participants will complete assessments including a visual analog scale for pain, a surgery-specific anxiety scale, and a satisfaction questionnaire. Researchers will monitor these outcomes within the first 24 hours after surgery. The study is conducted over a period from December 2025 to September 2026, involving 80 patients aged 18 to 65 scheduled for elective laparoscopic cholecystectomy. Safety monitoring will exclude patients with certain conditions like implanted devices or skin issues at electrode sites.

TENS for Anxiety, Pain, and Satisfaction After Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy