Effect of foot reflexology on pain and blood flow in patients with peripheral artery disease
The Effect of Foot Reflexology on Pain and Ankle Brachial Index Level in Patients With Peripheral Artery Disease
This study tests if foot reflexology can help people with peripheral artery disease feel less pain and improve their blood flow.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 52 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Baskent University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Ankara, Etimesgut) |
| Trial ID | NCT06001203 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This randomized controlled study investigates the impact of foot reflexology on pain levels and the ankle brachial index in patients suffering from peripheral artery disease (PAD). The study aims to assess whether reflexology can alleviate symptoms such as leg pain and improve blood flow in affected individuals. Participants will receive reflexology treatments while their pain and ankle brachial index will be monitored to evaluate the effectiveness of this intervention.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are adults over 18 years old diagnosed with peripheral artery disease who do not have fractures, open wounds, or amputations in their lower extremities.
Not a fit: Patients with acute infections, those requiring urgent surgical interventions, or individuals with communication issues such as Alzheimer's or dementia may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could provide a non-invasive method to reduce pain and improve blood circulation in patients with peripheral artery disease.
How similar studies have performed: While reflexology has been explored in various contexts, this specific application for peripheral artery disease is relatively novel and has not been extensively tested in prior studies.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Adult patients over 18 years of age with PAH; * no fractures or open wounds in both lower extremities; * absence of unilateral or bilateral amputation of the lower extremities Exclusion Criteria: * having an acute infection with fever; * requiring an acute surgical condition * undergoing femoral-popliteal bypass surgery * Having a verbal communication problem such as Alzheimer's or dementia
Where this trial is running
Ankara, Etimesgut
- Baskent University — Ankara, Etimesgut, Turkey (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Elif BUDAK ERTÜRK, PhD, RN — Baskent University Faculty of Health Science Department of Nursing
- Study coordinator: Elif BUDAK ERTÜRK, PhD, RN
- Email: elifbudakerturk@gmail.com
- Phone: +90-312-246-66-66
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.