The Effect On Gastrointestinal System Functions, Pain And Anxiety Of Acupressure Applied Following Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy Operation: A Randomised, Placebo-Controlled Study

Completed Not Applicable NCT04606485

Study Description

The aim of this randomised, placebo-controlled, 3-way blinded study was to determine the effect on GIS symptoms, pain and anxiety of acupressure applied for a total of 12 mins, as 3 mins at each of the ST25, CV12, TH6 and HT7 acupuncture points, at 0, 4 and 8 hours after laparoscopic cholecystectomy operation. The research data were collected using a patient data collection form, the Numeric Pain Intensity Scale and the State-Trait Anxiety Inventory. The patients were evaluated in respect of the time to first flatus and defecation, pain and the State-Trait Anxiety points at 0, 4, and 8 hours postoperatively.

Study Details

Registry ID:
NCT04606485
Conditions:
Gastrointestinal Dysfunction, Anxiety, Pain, Postoperative
Phase:
Not Applicable
Target Enrollment:
53 participants
Start Date:
Healthy Volunteers:
No

Study Locations (1 site)

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