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New treatment option for Postoperative Pain
Official title Post-Caesarean Pranayama and Pain
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07329309
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This study aims to investigate the effect of pranayama breathing exercises on postoperative pain and postpartum comfort levels in women following caesarean section, with the objective of providing important evidence for the integration of non-pharmacological methods into postpartum care.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 to 35, women only. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Undergone a caesarean section under spinal anaesthesia
- Reported a post-operative pain level of at least 4 on the Numerical Rating Scale (NRS)
- Knowledge of Turkish
- Ability to communicate effectively with the research team
- Volunteer to participate in the study and provide written consent
You likely can't join if
- Having given birth by emergency caesarean section
- Presence of pregnancy complications (e.g. pre-eclampsia, gestational diabetes, placenta praevia)
- History of chronic pain or analgesic dependence
- Requirement for admission to the intensive care unit in the early postoperative period
- Need for additional surgical intervention
- Development of significant intraoperative or postoperative complications
See the full eligibility criteria
- Undergone a caesarean section under spinal anaesthesia
- Reported a post-operative pain level of at least 4 on the Numerical Rating Scale (NRS)
- Knowledge of Turkish
- Ability to communicate effectively with the research team
- Volunteer to participate in the study and provide written consent
- Having given birth by emergency caesarean section
- Presence of pregnancy complications (e.g. pre-eclampsia, gestational diabetes, placenta praevia)
- History of chronic pain or analgesic dependence
- Requirement for admission to the intensive care unit in the early postoperative period
- Need for additional surgical intervention
- Development of significant intraoperative or postoperative complications
- Refusal to exercise or intolerance to exercise
- Failure to comply with study procedures
- Withdrawal of consent
- Incomplete follow-up
- Development of a new medical condition during the study that could affect the results
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Konya, Turkey (Türkiye)
Compensation & support
Compensation mentioned.
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Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
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Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
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How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling female, 18 years to 35 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Konya, Turkey (Türkiye). Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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