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2024-10-26 @ 3:35 PM
Last Modification Date:
2024-10-26 @ 3:35 PM
Study NCT ID:
NCT06513897
Status:
RECRUITING
Last Update Posted:
None
First Post:
2024-07-09
Brief Title:
The Effect of Acupressure and Fathers Lap on Pain and Physiological Parameters During Heel Lancing
Sponsor:
None
Organization:
None
Study Overview
Official Title:
The Effect of Acupressure and Fathers Lap on Pain and Physiological Parameters in Infants During Heel Lancing A Randomized Controlled Trial
Status:
RECRUITING
Status Verified Date:
2024-07
Last Known Status:
None
Delayed Posting:
No
If Stopped, Why?:
Not Stopped
Has Expanded Access:
No
If Expanded Access, NCT#:
N/A
Has Expanded Access, NCT# Status:
N/A
Acronym:
None
Brief Summary:
Neonatal heel blood collection is a common medical procedure to obtain blood samples from newborns for diagnostic purposes Although necessary for clinical evaluation this procedure causes discomfort and distress in infants The pain experienced during heel prick is a major concern and warrants exploration of effective and compassionate interventions to alleviate associated discomfort and reduce crying time Non-pharmacological approaches such as acupressure and cuddling are thought to have important contributions to improving the overall experience of newborns undergoing this procedure The aim of this study was to evaluate the efficacy of acupressure and paternal hugging interventions in relieving pain and reducing crying time during neonatal heel haemorrhage The choice of these interventions was based on their potential to offer non-invasive and holistic approaches to pain management by addressing not only the physical but also the emotional dimensions of the neonatal experience
Detailed Description:
Neonatal heel prick blood collection is a common medical procedure performed to obtain blood samples from newborns for diagnostic purposes Neonatal heel prick plays an important role in the diagnosis of genetic and metabolic diseases such as hypothyroidism and phenylketonuria Although necessary for clinical evaluation this procedure causes discomfort and distress in infants Pain during heel prick is a major concern and warrants exploration of effective and compassionate interventions to alleviate the associated discomfort and reduce crying time In this sense there are studies on both heel prick instruments and interventions applied to the infant during heel prick Non-pharmacological approaches such as acupressure and hugging are thought to have important contributions to improving the overall experience of newborns undergoing this procedure It is known that one of the most important determinants of attachment in the postnatal period is touch hugging and skin-to-skin contact The neonatal period is a critical developmental stage characterised by rapid physiological and neurological changes It is thought that the sensitivity of newborns to pain and early painful experiences may have potential long-term effects There are studies suggesting that painful procedures may be effective in mother-baby or father-baby attachment While there are studies in the literature on mothers hug no study on fathers hug was found Due to the role of the presence of fathers in paediatric pain management the potential to provide emotional support the fathers hug as a form of comforting touch contributing to the release of oxytocin a hormone associated with attachment and stress reduction and the emotional bond established through hugging may act as a buffer against distress associated with painful procedures and promote a sense of security and assurance in the infant it was considered appropriate to use it in this study Acupressure derived from traditional Chinese medicine involves applying manual pressure to specific points on the body to promote healing and relieve pain Similarly emotional support provided by a carer such as a father through cuddling is thought to have the potential to reduce stress and improve the infants emotional well-being In this study investigators aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of acupressure and paternal hug interventions in relieving pain and reducing crying time during neonatal heel haemorrhage The choice of these interventions was based on their potential to offer non-invasive and holistic approaches to pain management by addressing not only the physical but also the emotional dimensions of the neonatal experience
Study Oversight
Has Oversight DMC:
None
Is a FDA Regulated Drug?:
None
Is a FDA Regulated Device?:
None
Is an Unapproved Device?:
None
Is a PPSD?:
None
Is a US Export?:
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Is an FDA AA801 Violation?:
None