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Lymphatic Drainage Massage and Melatonin in Post-Orthognathic Surgery Pain and Edema
Sponsor: Bezmialem Vakif University
Summary
Lymphatic drainage massage is one of the most essential techniques for reducing edema. It is a very gentle, monotonous, slow, rhythmic massage applied to the skin's surface. This technique accelerates the flow of lymphatic fluid, minimizing swelling and providing relief. Frequently used after orthognathic surgery, lymphatic drainage massage helps reduce edema, enhancing patients' postoperative comfort.
Official title: The Effect of Lymphatic Drainage Massage and Melatonin on Pain and Edema After Orthognathic Surgery.
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
16 Years - 55 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
40
Start Date
2025-03-30
Completion Date
2027-05-30
Last Updated
2025-07-14
Healthy Volunteers
Yes
Conditions
Interventions
no intervention
this group patients receive any medication for edema control.
lymphatic drainage massage
A total of 10 sessions of lymphatic drainage massage will be applied to this group of patients, starting from the 2nd postoperative day, with 2 sessions per week.
oral melatonin tablet
In this group of patients, the first dose of 10 mg oral melatonin tablet will be given one day prior to the operation, and the patients will continue taking the tablet daily for a total of 21 days.
both melatonin and lymphatic drainage
In this group of patients, a total of 10 sessions of lymphatic drainage massage will be applied starting from the 2nd postoperative day, with 2 sessions per week, while the first dose of 10 mg oral melatonin tablet will be administered one day prior to the operation, and the patients will continue taking the tablet daily for 21 days.
Locations (1)
Bezmialem Vakıf Universty
Istanbul, Fatih, Turkey (Türkiye)