TENS for Anxiety, Pain, and Satisfaction After Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy (NCT07307703) | Clinical Trial Compass
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TENS for Anxiety, Pain, and Satisfaction After Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy
Turkey (Türkiye)80 participantsStarted 2025-12-01
Plain-language summary
This study is designed to evaluate whether Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS) can improve recovery for patients undergoing laparoscopic gallbladder removal surgery (laparoscopic cholecystectomy). TENS is a non-invasive method that uses mild electrical currents applied through the skin to stimulate nerves.
The main goals of the study are to determine if TENS can:
Reduce surgical anxiety before and during the procedure
Decrease postoperative pain after surgery
Improve overall patient satisfaction with their surgical experience
Patients who participate will receive standard surgical care, and some will also receive TENS therapy. Outcomes will be measured using patient questionnaires and clinical assessments during the hospital stay and follow-up period.
By comparing patients who receive TENS with those who do not, the study aims to provide evidence on whether this simple technique can enhance comfort and recovery after gallbladder surgery.
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* Adults aged 18-65 years scheduled for elective laparoscopic cholecystectomy
ASA (American Society of Anesthesiologists) physical status classification I-II
Ability to understand the study procedures and provide written informed consent
No contraindications to TENS application (e.g., intact skin at electrode placement sites)
Willingness to comply with perioperative assessments (pain, anxiety, satisfaction scales)
Exclusion Criteria:
* Patients with ASA III or higher physical status
Presence of cardiac pacemaker or other implanted electrical devices
History of epilepsy, severe neuropathy, or psychiatric disorders affecting pain/anxiety perception
Skin lesions, infections, or dermatological conditions at electrode placement sites
Use of analgesics, anxiolytics, or sedatives beyond standard perioperative protocols
Emergency cholecystectomy or conversion to open surgery
Pregnant or breastfeeding women
Patients unwilling or unable to provide informed consent
Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
Generated to help you prepare — always confirm anything about your own eligibility and care with the study team and your doctor.
Questions for the trial coordinator
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.
What they're measuring
1
Postoperative Pain Intensity (VAS)
Timeframe: Within the first 24 hours after surgery
2
Postoperative Pain Intensity
Timeframe: Within the first 24 hours after surgery