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Official title Combined Acupressure Effects on Post-Thoracotomy Pain and Lung Volume
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07411417
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Pain is a subjective, sensory and emotionally unpleasant experience resulting from real or hidden injuries in tissues. The pain experience is a subjective and unique experience in physiological and psychological terms and is the first negative sensory experience of the patient after the surgical procedure.
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Adults
You may be able to join if
- Underwent thoracotomy
- Undergoing thoracic surgery for the first time
- Classified as ASA (American Society of Anesthesiology) physical status I, II and III
- Presence of a drain upon admission to the intensive care unit
- Conscious, oriented, and cooperative
You likely can't join if
- Intubated
- Persistent anxiety before the surgery
- Diagnosed with panic disorder
- Chemotherapy within the last 6 months
- Diagnosed psychiatric illness or mental health problems
- Presence of edema
See the full eligibility criteria
- Underwent thoracotomy
- Undergoing thoracic surgery for the first time
- Classified as ASA (American Society of Anesthesiology) physical status I, II and III
- Presence of a drain upon admission to the intensive care unit
- Conscious, oriented, and cooperative
- Provided verbal and written informed consent after receiving information about the study
- Intubated
- Persistent anxiety before the surgery
- Diagnosed with panic disorder
- Chemotherapy within the last 6 months
- Diagnosed psychiatric illness or mental health problems
- Presence of edema
- Intraoperative or postoperative complications
- Non-Turkish speaking, or presence of hearing or visual impairment
- Body mass index (BMI) greater than 30
- Participation in another clinical trial during the study period
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye)
Compensation & support
Compensation mentioned.
ClinicalTrials.gov doesn't provide a reliable structured field for payment or travel support - confirm details with the study team.
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This study's listing includes signals that participants may be compensated or receive a stipend. Amounts vary and are set by the study team - confirm the details with them.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
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 all sexes, not specified. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye). Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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