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New treatment option for Postpartum Comfort
Official title THE EFFECT OF REIKI ON BREASTFEEDING, PAIN AND COMFORT AFTER CESAREAN SECTION
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07447609
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- EFFECT OF REİKİ APPLİED DURİNG THE POSTPARTUM PERİOD ON BREASTFEEDİNG, PAİN, AND COMFORT IN WOMEN WHO DELİVERED BY CESAREAN SECTİON The aim of this randomized controlled trial is to determine the effect of Reiki applied to volunteer women after cesarean section on breastfeeding, pain, and comfort in the postpartum period. The main questions it aims to answer are: Is there a difference in postpartum breastfeeding, pain, and comfort between the group receiving Reiki and the group receiving standard care?
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
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Who can take part
Ages 18 to 45, women only
You may be able to join if
- Mothers aged 18 and over,
- Literate in Turkish,
- Non-smoker, non-drug user,
- Gave birth by cesarean section at term,
- Baby with them after birth,
You likely can't join if
- Preeclampsia/eclampsia, active postpartum hemorrhage, sepsis/fever ≥38°C,
- Need for intensive care,
- Birth before 37 weeks,
- Serious neonatal problems,
- Baby arriving at the ward after mother (follow-up in neonatal intensive care unit without hospitalization after birth),
- Excessive sedation due to analgesia,
See the full eligibility criteria
- Mothers aged 18 and over,
- Literate in Turkish,
- Non-smoker, non-drug user,
- Gave birth by cesarean section at term,
- Baby with them after birth,
- Not using any breast milk-increasing medication, vitamins, or supplements,
- Baby's birth weight between 2500-4000 grams,
- Baby's Apgar score at least seven points at 1 and 5 minutes,
- Having had a cesarean section under spinal anesthesia,
- Those who agree to participate in the study.
- Preeclampsia/eclampsia, active postpartum hemorrhage, sepsis/fever ≥38°C,
- Need for intensive care,
- Birth before 37 weeks,
- Serious neonatal problems,
- Baby arriving at the ward after mother (follow-up in neonatal intensive care unit without hospitalization after birth),
- Excessive sedation due to analgesia,
- Communication difficulties,
- Markedly negative attitude towards Reiki.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Samsun, Turkey (Türkiye)
Compensation & support
Compensation mentioned.
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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?
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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 45 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Samsun, Turkey (Türkiye). Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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