Effects of Vagus Nerve Stimulation and Breathing Exercises on Mothers of Children with Cerebral Palsy
Comparison of the Effects of Vagus Nerve Stimulation and Breathing Exercise on the Autonomic Nervous System in Mothers of Children With Cerebral Palsy
This study is testing whether vagus nerve stimulation or deep breathing exercises can help mothers of children with cerebral palsy feel better both physically and emotionally.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 38 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 50 Years |
| Sex | Female |
| Sponsor | Atlas University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Istanbul, Kağıthane) |
| Trial ID | NCT06970769 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This project compares the effects of intraaural vagus nerve stimulation and deep breathing exercises on the autonomic nervous system in mothers of children with cerebral palsy. The study will include 38 mothers aged 18-50, who will be randomly assigned to either the vagus nerve stimulation group or the deep breathing exercises group. Assessments will be conducted before and after the interventions to evaluate changes in autonomic nervous system function, pain, depression, sleep quality, and caregiver burden. The goal is to determine which intervention is more effective in supporting the physiological and psychological balance of these mothers.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are mothers aged 18-50 who have a child diagnosed with cerebral palsy between the ages of 4-18.
Not a fit: Patients who are caring for another child under the age of two or have chronic diseases may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide effective interventions to improve the well-being of mothers caring for children with cerebral palsy.
How similar studies have performed: While the specific combination of vagus nerve stimulation and breathing exercises is novel, similar interventions have shown promise in improving autonomic function in other populations.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Having a child diagnosed with cerebral palsy * The child must be between 4-18 years old * The mother must be between 18-50 years old * The mother to be studied must be literate Exclusion Criteria: * Providing care for an elderly, chronically ill or disabled relative; * Having a history of chronic disease such as diabetes, cardiovascular or pulmonary disease, kidney disease, musculoskeletal disorders or any psychiatric disorder * Caring for another child under the age of two * Having another child at home who needs special health care * Not volunteering to participate in the study
Where this trial is running
Istanbul, Kağıthane
- İstanbul Atlas University — Istanbul, Kağıthane, Turkey (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Gamze Demircioğlu, PhD
- Email: gamze.demircioglu@atlas.edu.tr
- Phone: +90 0534 868 95 44
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.