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Effects of Different Relaxation Therapies on Pain and Sleep in Hip and Knee Arthroplasty Patients
Sponsor: Bartın Unıversity
Summary
Hip and knee replacement surgery is commonly performed in older adults. After surgery, many patients experience pain, limited movement, and sleep problems. These difficulties can make daily activities such as walking or climbing stairs more challenging and may reduce quality of life during recovery. Relaxation exercises are often used to help reduce pain and improve sleep after surgery. Virtual reality (VR) is a technology that provides a multisensory experience and may help people relax by shifting their attention away from pain and discomfort. This study is designed to compare two different relaxation approaches used after hip and knee replacement surgery. One group of patients will perform relaxation exercises using virtual reality, while another group will perform traditional relaxation exercises. The study will examine pain levels and sleep quality in both groups. The results of this study may help to better understand whether virtual reality-based relaxation can be used as an alternative or supportive method for managing pain and sleep problems after joint replacement surgery.
Official title: Comparison of the Effects of Virtual Reality-based and Traditional Relaxation Therapy on Postoperative Pain and Sleep Quality in Patients Undergoing Hip and Knee Replacement Surgery
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - Any
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
82
Start Date
2024-11-01
Completion Date
2026-01-30
Last Updated
2026-01-23
Healthy Volunteers
Yes
Interventions
Virtual Reality-Based Relaxation
Relaxation exercises delivered through virtual reality technology during the postoperative period following hip and knee replacement surgery.
Traditional Relaxation Therapy
Standard relaxation exercises performed without virtual reality during the postoperative period following hip and knee replacement surgery.
Locations (1)
Bartın State Hospital
Bartın, Center, Turkey (Türkiye)