Back massage for pain relief after cesarean section
The Effect of Back Massage After Cesarean on Pain, Anxiety, Sleep, Breastfeeding, Comfort, Uterine Involution and Physiological Parameters
This study tests whether back massage can help women feel less pain and improve their recovery after having a cesarean section.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 78 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 55 Years |
| Sex | Female |
| Sponsor | T.c. Ordu Üni̇versi̇tesi̇ Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Fatsa, Ordu) |
| Trial ID | NCT06162156 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study examines the effects of back massage on women who have undergone cesarean sections, focusing on various outcomes such as pain, anxiety, sleep quality, breastfeeding success, comfort, and physiological parameters. It employs a randomized controlled design with a pretest-posttest control group to assess the impact of the intervention. Data will be collected using validated scales and forms to ensure comprehensive evaluation of the participants' experiences and recovery. The research aims to provide evidence-based insights into non-pharmacological pain management strategies for postpartum women.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are married women aged 18 and over who have undergone a cesarean section with regional anesthesia and have a healthy, full-term newborn.
Not a fit: Patients who have pre-existing health conditions such as heart disease, diabetes, or psychiatric diagnoses may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this intervention could significantly improve recovery experiences for women after cesarean sections by reducing pain and anxiety.
How similar studies have performed: While similar non-pharmacological interventions have shown promise in other contexts, this specific approach of back massage post-cesarean is relatively novel and has not been extensively tested.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Mothers who gave birth at the age of 18 and over * The one who is married * At least primary school graduate * Giving by cesarean section * Those who had a cesarean section with regional anesthesia * Having a single, healthy newborn at full term * Those who did not experience any problems during pregnancy * Pain intensity is 40 mm or more according to the Visual Analogue Scale * Does not react negatively to any attempt at touch, such as massage * The tissue integrity in the area to be massaged is complete and healthy * Women who agree to participate in the research will be included in the study Exclusion Criteria: * Those who gave birth by cesarean section before the 37th week of pregnancy * Having diseases such as heart disease, diabetes, hypertension * Receiving controlled analgesia after cesarean section * Having received a psychiatric diagnosis such as anxiety and depression * Those who develop postpartum complications * Women who want to leave the research at any stage of the research will be excluded from the research
Where this trial is running
Fatsa, Ordu
- Fatsa State Hospital — Fatsa, Ordu, Turkey (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Esra GÜLER EG PhD student — T.c. Ordu Üni̇versi̇tesi̇
- Study coordinator: Esra GÜLER EG PhD student
- Email: esraguleravza0@gmail.com
- Phone: 0545 628 25 12
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.