The Effect on Back Pain and Fatigue Level of Acupressure

Launched by MERSIN UNIVERSITY · Mar 12, 2024

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is looking at how acupressure, a technique that applies pressure to specific points on the body, can help reduce back pain and fatigue in patients after they undergo a procedure called coronary angiography. This procedure is done to check for any issues in the heart's blood vessels. The study is currently recruiting participants aged between 65 and 74 years old who have planned to have this procedure and do not have a history of low back pain or any other significant medical issues that could interfere with the study.

If you decide to participate, you'll receive acupressure treatment following your coronary angiography, and researchers will monitor your back pain and fatigue levels. It’s important to note that participants cannot have had acupressure before for any reason, nor can they have any bleeding issues or skin problems at the acupressure points. This trial aims to find out if acupressure can make a positive difference in recovery after heart-related procedures, potentially helping many patients feel better after treatment.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Planned coronary angiography from the femoral region
• • Not diagnosed with low back pain
• • No stent or other interventional procedure was performed during the coronary angiography procedure.
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Those who have had acupressure before for any purpose
• • Problems such as bleeding and dysrhythmia occur after coronary angiography,
• • Those with burns, scars, scratches and deformities at the acupressure point
• • Having any psychological disorder,