The Effect of Progressive Relaxation Exercises Applied to Caregivers on Caregiving Burden and Meaning of Life

Launched by KIVAN ÇEVIK KAYA · Jan 22, 2024

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is studying how progressive relaxation exercises can help family members who care for patients with hemiplegia, a condition that causes paralysis on one side of the body. The goal is to see if these exercises can reduce the stress and burden caregivers feel while also enhancing their sense of meaning in life. The study is taking place at two hospitals and is currently recruiting participants who are 18 years or older, have no communication issues, and whose loved ones will be hospitalized for at least one month.

If you join this study, you can expect to participate in relaxation exercises designed to help you manage stress and improve your well-being as a caregiver. The trial is open to all caregivers, regardless of gender, but it does have some criteria: you must be related to the patient and have not previously taken part in similar relaxation training. This could be a great opportunity not only to support your loved one but also to take care of yourself during a challenging time.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Family members who have no communication problems,
• • Who are 18 years of age or older,
• • Whose patient will be hospitalised in the clinic for at least one month,
• • Who agree to participate in the study will be recruited.
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Individuals who have communication problems,
• • The caregiver is not a family member,
• • are 18 years of age or younger,
• • The patient stays in the clinic for less than one month,
• • Has previously received progressive relaxation training, and who do not agree to participate in the study will be included.