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Exploring the Effects of Transcutaneous Electrical Acupoint Stimulation Therapy on Patients After Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery
Sponsor: Buddhist Tzu Chi General Hospital
Summary
Thoracic surgery is known to be one of the most painful types of surgery. If acute postoperative pain is not properly managed, there is a high risk that it may develop into clinically significant chronic pain within six months after surgery, which can seriously affect quality of life. According to research on Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS), using multimodal pain management strategies can significantly reduce postoperative pain and decrease reliance on pain medications. This study aims to investigate whether combining transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation therapy with conventional pain management can further enhance pain relief and improve recovery outcomes.
Official title: Exploring the Impact of Transcutaneous Electrical Acupoint Stimulation Therapy on Postoperative Pain, Quality of Life, and Blood Inflammatory Markers in Lung Cancer Patients After Video Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
15 Years - Any
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
90
Start Date
2024-05-28
Completion Date
2025-12-31
Last Updated
2025-12-17
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
Standard Analgesia
Postoperative analgesic medications administered according to standard clinical practice and hospital guidelines
Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS)
Non-invasive electrical nerve stimulation therapy applied to specific areas to reduce postoperative pain
Transcutaneous Electrical Acupoint Stimulation (TEAS)
Electrical stimulation applied to specific acupuncture points through the skin to enhance analgesic efficacy and modulate autonomic function.
Locations (1)
Hualien Tzu Chi Hospital
Taipei, Hualien, Taiwan