RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT06300294

Acute Coronary Syndrome and Acupressure

Effect of Acupressure on Anxiety, Pain and Vital Signs in Individuals Diagnosed With Acute Coronary Syndrome: A Randomized Controlled Study


Sponsor

Abant Izzet Baysal University

Enrollment

38 participants

Start Date

Oct 1, 2024

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Summary

This study aims to examine the effect of acupressure on physiological parameters and anxiety levels in individuals diagnosed with Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS). H1-1: Acupressure applied to individuals diagnosed with ACS has an effect on the level of anxiety. H1-2: Acupressure applied to individuals diagnosed with ACS has an effect on blood pressure. H1-3: Acupressure applied to individuals diagnosed with ACS has an effect on heart rate. H1-4: Acupressure applied to individuals diagnosed with ACS has an effect on respiratory rate. H1-5: Acupressure applied to individuals diagnosed with ACS has an effect on the pain level. H1-6: Acupressure applied to individuals diagnosed with ACS has an effect on cortisol levels.


Eligibility

Min Age: 18 Years

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This study tests whether acupressure — applying gentle pressure to specific points on the body — can help reduce pain and anxiety in people who were just diagnosed with acute coronary syndrome (ACS), a serious heart condition that includes heart attacks and unstable angina. Participants are tested after having a procedure called coronary angiography (CAG) done through the groin. **You may be eligible if...** - You are 18 years or older - You speak Turkish - You were recently diagnosed with ACS for the first time - You did not require CPR (heart resuscitation) - You are alert and oriented (scoring 15 on the Glasgow Coma Scale) - You have no issues with your upper limbs (no amputation, fistula, lymphedema, neuropathy, or hemiplegia) - Your vital signs are within normal range **You may NOT be eligible if...** - You have had a previous ACS diagnosis - You have a psychiatric condition - You used acupressure, acupuncture, or reflexology in the past month - You have any significant upper limb problems Talk to your doctor to see if this trial is right for you.

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Interventions

OTHERacupressure

After the CAG procedure, acupressure will be applied to individuals whose vital signs are within the normal range.


Locations(1)

Manisa City Hospital

Manisa, Turkey (Türkiye)

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