Clinical Research Directory

Stress Ball and Video Distraction During Pediatric Enema

This randomized controlled trial aims to evaluate the effects of stress ball use and video distraction during enema administration on fear, anxiety, and pain levels in children treated in the pediatric emergency department. Children aged 6-12 years will be randomly assigned to either the stress ball group or the video distraction group. Fear, anxiety, and pain will be assessed using validated measurement tools before, during, and after the procedure. The findings are expected to provide evidence for effective non-pharmacological interventions to improve children's comfort during enema administration.

Effect of Foot Bath After Colonoscopy

This randomized controlled trial evaluated whether a 30-minute foot bath with warm water (40-41°C) after colonoscopy reduces post-procedure pain and abdominal distension and shortens the time to first passage of flatus. Ninety adults undergoing planned colonoscopy were randomized to a foot bath group or standard care. Pain and distension were assessed using a visual analog scale at 0, 15, and 30 minutes after the procedure. Time to first flatus and overall satisfaction were also recorded.

Abdominal Binders to Minimize Enteral Nutrition Disruptions for Preterm Infants On Non-Invasive Respiratory Support

The goal of this study is to learn if a foam belly strap, called "NeoBellyBand," can help with belly bloating, pauses in feedings, feeding success, and earlier discharge home for preterm infants who are requiring pressurized breathing support. Infants whose parents/ caregivers have consented to the study will be randomly chosen with a 50/50 chance of treatment with the NeoBellyBand or receiving standard NICU care. The main question it seeks to answer is if there are less interruptions to the feeding protocol for infants who have a NeoBellyBand placed on them compared with infants who do not. Infants on the treatment arm will have their bellies measured by trained personnel and have bands placed on them, which will be worn for most of the day while on breathing support with pressure.