Reflexology and hot water foot baths for pain relief after colorectal surgery

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This clinical trial evaluates the effectiveness of reflexology massage and hot water foot baths as non-invasive treatments to alleviate postoperative pain and improve gastrointestinal function in patients undergoing laparoscopic colorectal cancer surgery. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of three groups: reflexology, hot water foot bath, or a control group. Pain levels will be measured using the Numerical Rating Scale, while gastrointestinal recovery will be assessed through the time to first gas and feces passage and monitoring of bowel sounds. The study aims to provide evidence for effective non-pharmacological interventions in postoperative care.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* 18 years of age or older,
* Planning laparoscopic surgery for a malignant tumour in the large intestine,
* The same method was used for preoperative bowel and GI tract preparation,
* Postoperative Numerical Proportioning Scale (NRS) score of 3 and above,
* Verbal and written acceptance to participate in the research.

Exclusion Criteria:

* The patient has a temporary or permanent stoma,
* Having a history of reflexology application before,
* Open wound, infection, circulatory disorder, lesion, etc. in the areas where reflexology massage or hot water foot bath will be applied,
* Patient-controlled analgesia in the early postoperative period
* Having any problem that prevents verbal communication.

Where it's running

• University of Health Sciences, Umraniye Training and Research Hospital
  Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye) Recruiting
• Istanbul University-Cerrahpaşa
  Istanbul, Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye) Not yet recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Cansu Mert, Master — Istanbul University - Cerrahpasa
• Study coordinator: Cansu Mert, Master
• Email: cannsumert@outlook.com
• Phone: 536 595 4172

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.