Walking to Reduce Swelling After Nose Surgery
The Effect of the Number of Steps on Edema and Ecchymosis Due to Rhinoplasty Surgery
This study tests if walking more after nose surgery can help reduce swelling and bruising for patients recovering from rhinoplasty.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 125 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 40 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Istinye University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Istanbul) |
| Trial ID | NCT06202573 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study investigates the impact of step count on reducing edema and ecchymosis in patients who have undergone rhinoplasty. Patients will be randomly assigned to different groups based on their walking motivation and the use of step counters. The study aims to determine if increased mobility post-surgery can lead to less swelling and bruising. By comparing various levels of physical activity, the researchers hope to find an effective method to improve recovery outcomes for rhinoplasty patients.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 18-40 undergoing primary septorhinoplasty surgery under general anesthesia.
Not a fit: Patients who have had revision septorhinoplasty or those with chronic diseases may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly enhance recovery experiences for rhinoplasty patients by reducing swelling and bruising.
How similar studies have performed: While many studies have explored methods to reduce post-surgical edema, this specific approach of using step count as a variable is novel and has not been extensively tested.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Having primary septorhinoplasty surgery under general anesthesia, being between the ages of 18-40, being the surgery patient of 3 research doctors (Dr. Salih Aydın, Dr. Timur Batmaz, Dr. Mehmet Erdil) Exclusion Criteria: * revision septorhinoplasty surgery, those with a chronic diagnosed disease such as concomitant diabetes, surgeries performed with conventional osteotomy, surgeries without osteotomy. Measurements made with smart watches other than Xiaomi band 5
Where this trial is running
Istanbul
- Salih aydın — Istanbul, Turkey (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Salih Aydin, Prof.Dr. — İstinye Medical Faculty, Otorhinolaryngology department
- Study coordinator: salih Aydin, prof.dr.
- Email: salih.aydin@istinye.edu.tr
- Phone: 0905327776584
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.