Improving sleep quality in patients undergoing urological surgery with muscle exercises

Effect of Progressive Relaxation Exercises on Sleep Quality in Patients Undergoing Urological Surgery

Not applicable Interventional Atlas University · NCT06980558

This study tests if doing muscle relaxation exercises can help improve sleep quality for older patients having urological surgery.

Quick facts

PhaseNot applicable
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment2 (estimated)
Ages18 Years to 70 Years
SexAll
SponsorAtlas University Academic / other
Locations1 site (Istanbul)
Trial IDNCT06980558 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This study evaluates the impact of progressive muscle relaxation exercises on sleep quality in patients undergoing urological surgery. It addresses the common sleep disturbances experienced by elderly patients due to anxiety, pain, and hospitalization. By implementing a structured program of progressive relaxation exercises, the study aims to enhance sleep quality and mitigate negative outcomes associated with poor sleep, such as delayed wound healing and increased pain. The intervention is designed to be a simple, non-invasive method to improve overall patient well-being during the surgical process.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 18 to 70 who are scheduled for urological surgery and do not have any significant cognitive or psychiatric disorders.

Not a fit: Patients with severe cognitive or psychiatric disorders, or those with sleep apnea or other diagnosed sleep disorders, may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly improve sleep quality and recovery outcomes for patients undergoing urological surgery.

How similar studies have performed: While the specific application of progressive muscle relaxation in this context may be novel, similar studies have shown positive outcomes in improving sleep quality through relaxation techniques.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* • Patients must be over 18 and under 70 years old,

  * Patients must not have any visual or auditory problems that would prevent them from expressing their sleep status correctly and understanding the information provided,
  * Not have benefited from techniques such as meditation, hypnosis, yoga for up to 6 months before the study,
  * Not have a neurological or psychiatric disease,
  * Not have a sleep apnea syndrome/not have a sleep disorder diagnosis or are not receiving medical treatment for this purpose,
  * Patients must not have developed any complications within three days before, during, and after surgery,

Exclusion Criteria:

* • Those with serious cognitive disorders

  * Those with severe psychiatric disorders

Where this trial is running

Istanbul

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions SurgerySleep QualitySleepurological Surgerysleep quality
Last reviewed 2026-06-13 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.