Ignite Creation Date:
2024-05-06 @ 8:12 PM
Last Modification Date:
2024-10-26 @ 3:23 PM
Study NCT ID:
NCT06298760
Status:
COMPLETED
Last Update Posted:
2024-03-12
First Post:
2024-03-01
Brief Title:
The Effect of Reflexology and Knee Massage With Black Cumin Oil on Pain and Fatigue
Sponsor:
Erzurum Technical University
Organization:
Erzurum Technical University
Study Overview
Official Title:
The Effect of Foot Reflexology and Knee Massage Applied With Black Cumin Extract Oil on Pain and Fatigue Symptoms in Elderly People With Knee Osteoarthritis
Status:
COMPLETED
Status Verified Date:
2024-03
Last Known Status:
None
Delayed Posting:
No
If Stopped, Why?:
Not Stopped
Has Expanded Access:
False
If Expanded Access, NCT#:
N/A
Has Expanded Access, NCT# Status:
N/A
Acronym:
None
Brief Summary:
In this study black cumin extract oil was used in elderly individuals with Knee Osteoarthritis OA The effects of foot reflexology and knee massage on pain and fatigue symptoms It is aimed to examine and research which of these two applications is more effectiveThe study planned as a randomized controlled experimental study included a total of 150 participants
The data consists of participants who receive outpatient treatment in the Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Unit at a university hospital are over 65 years old and have no problems with their perception after the Mini Mental Test After randomization participants were divided into five groups with 30 participants in each group Groups It consisted of 1 Reflexology with Black Cumin 2 Placebo Reflexology 3 Knee Massage with Black Cumin 4 Placebo Knee Massage and 5 Control groups
The data consists of participants who receive outpatient treatment in the Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Unit at a university hospital are over 65 years old and have no problems with their perception after the Mini Mental Test After randomization participants were divided into five groups with 30 participants in each group Groups It consisted of 1 Reflexology with Black Cumin 2 Placebo Reflexology 3 Knee Massage with Black Cumin 4 Placebo Knee Massage and 5 Control groups
Detailed Description:
Osteoarthritis OA is an insidiously progressive disease that causes structural destruction in the joints cartilage tissue and subchondrial bone inflammation in the synovial tissue and consequently osteophyte formations It is an irreversible degenerative joint diseaseIts incidence increases with age and it is the second most common disease in 50 of individuals over the age of 65It is also the most common cause of chronic pain fatigue functional disability physical disability and limitation in individuals in this age groupThe primary complaint of patients with knee OA is pain Pain is usually It is seen in intraarticular and periarticular regions Pain is initially intermittent mild and limited to the joint area In the later stages of the disease the pain is deep aching and intenseAlthough patients experience difficulty in their daily living activities due to pain the main reason why they cannot perform their activities is pain-related fatigue Although there is no evidence level method to modify the deformations that occur in the joint structure in OA various treatment methods are available The primary goal of treatment in individuals with knee OA is to reduce pain relieve fatigue prevent deformations and maintain the patients independence There are important clinical guidelines for these goals According to the guidelines in the treatment of osteoarthritis Classified in 5 Categories Pharmacological Treatments Non-Pharmacological Treatments Intra-artricular Treatments Surgical Treatments and Complementary and Integrated Treatments CAM According to literature reviews the most frequently used methods by OA patients include aromatherapy massage and reflexology and massages generally include black cumin olive oil lavender rosemary ginger etc It is observed that the oils are applied by rubbing them into the knee and these applications reduce pain and fatigueBlack Cumin The most important active ingredient is thymoquinone TQ Thymoquinone is an important component due to its effect on reducing joint inflammation and rheumatic pain and this feature makes this oil preferred in aromatherapyMassage It is defined as a manual work that helps symptom management and control by creating external rhythmic and impulsive pressure on the soft tissues in the body in order to maintain the health of the body and to support healing in case of disease especially by helping the circulatory systemReflexology projection of glands and organs in the body It corresponds to reflex points on the hands feet and ears It is defined as an application aimed at ensuring that body activities are at an optimum level by stimulating these specific points with unique manipulative techniques through the hands Ease of application of OA patients in addition to standard treatment It will be beneficial for patients to know and use aromatherapy massage and reflexology methods that will not cause difficulties in terms of accessing and accessing materials
Study Oversight
Has Oversight DMC:
None
Is a FDA Regulated Drug?:
False
Is a FDA Regulated Device?:
False
Is an Unapproved Device?:
None
Is a PPSD?:
None
Is a US Export?:
None
Is an FDA AA801 Violation?:
None