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Nudging to Promote the Use of Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation for Postoperative Pain Relief

Nudging (Influencing Behavior and Decisions) to Promote the Use of Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation for Postoperative Pain Relief


Sponsor

Pether Jildenstal

Enrollment

500 participants

Start Date

Dec 10, 2024

Study Type

OBSERVATIONAL

Conditions

Summary

This study aims to increase the use of transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) for acute postoperative pain relief. TENS, a non-pharmacological treatment using electrical impulses, can enhance pain relief, reduce opioid use, and minimize side effects. Despite its benefits, TENS is underused in healthcare. This project will provide TENS education, support from experienced "superusers," and nudging techniques to encourage staff to adopt TENS, ultimately improving pain management and recovery for postoperative patients.


Eligibility

Min Age: 18 Years

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This study is testing whether simple reminders (nudges) can encourage healthcare staff and patients to use a drug-free pain relief method called TENS (transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation) after urological surgery. **You may be eligible if...** - You are a healthcare worker in the participating department, OR - You are 18 years or older and scheduled to have a urological procedure under anesthesia **You may NOT be eligible if...** - You do not give consent to participate - You are currently pregnant - You cannot speak or understand Swedish - You have an electronic implant such as a pacemaker or defibrillator - You regularly use opioid pain medications before surgery - You have a chronic pain condition or known substance use disorder - You have reduced feeling in the area where TENS would be applied Talk to your doctor to see if this trial is right for you.

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Interventions

BEHAVIORALEducational Intervention on TENS Usage

Educational sessions on TENS usage and support from designated "superusers" to increase knowledge and skills related to TENS for postoperative pain management.

BEHAVIORALNudging Intervention to Promote TENS Usage

Healthcare staff exposed to nudging strategies designed to enhance the use of TENS, which involves visual prompts, reminders, and environmental cues aimed at making TENS more salient and encouraging its use for postoperative pain management.


Locations(5)

Sahlgrenska university hospital

Gothenburg, VGR, Sweden

Sahlgrenska university hospital

Gothenburg, VGR, Sweden

Sahlgrenska university hospital

Gotborg, Sweden

Sahlgrenska University Hospital

Gothenburg, Sweden

Sahlgrenska university hospital

Gothenburg, Sweden

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