Using electrical stimulation to reduce pain from propofol injections in children
Efficacy of Transcutaneous Electrical Acupuncture Point Stimulation (TEAS) for the Prevention of Propofol Injection Pain in Children
This study is testing if a special electrical treatment can help reduce pain from propofol injections in children aged 6 to 13 who are having surgery.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 60 (estimated) |
| Ages | 6 Years to 13 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Konya Meram State Hospital Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Konya) |
| Trial ID | NCT05296187 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of transcutaneous electrical acupoint stimulation (TEAS) in alleviating pain associated with propofol injections in children undergoing elective surgery. It is a prospective, randomized trial that will compare the pain levels experienced by children receiving TEAS against those who do not. The study focuses on children aged 6 to 13 years who are classified as ASA I-II and are scheduled for general anesthesia. By employing TEAS, the researchers hope to provide a non-invasive method to improve the comfort of pediatric patients during anesthesia.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are children aged 6-13 years who are ASA I-II and scheduled for elective surgery under general anesthesia.
Not a fit: Patients with a history of propofol allergy or those with significant medical conditions such as renal, hepatic, cardiac, neurological, or psychiatric diseases may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly reduce injection pain for children receiving propofol, enhancing their overall surgical experience.
How similar studies have performed: While various methods have been explored to reduce injection pain, the specific use of TEAS for this purpose in children is relatively novel and has not been extensively tested in prior studies.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * ASA I-II and aged 6-13 years patents who will undergo elective surgery under general anesthesia Exclusion Criteria: * patients with propofol allergy * patients who have renal, hepatic, cardiac, neurological, psychiatric disease * Cardiac and cranial surgery * Pacemaker, * Emergency surgery and patients requiring rapid serial induction
Where this trial is running
Konya
- Betul Kozanhan — Konya, Turkey (Recruiting)
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.