NCT06696430 Nudging to Promote the Use of Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation for Postoperative Pain Relief
| NCT ID | NCT06696430 |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Phase | — |
| Sponsor | Pether Jildenstal |
| Condition | Acute Postoperative Pain in Urological Surgery |
| Study Type | OBSERVATIONAL |
| Enrollment | 500 participants |
| Start Date | 2024-12-10 |
| Primary Completion | 2025-04-14 |
Trial Parameters
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Brief Summary
This study aims to increase the use of transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) for acute postoperative pain relief. TENS, a non-pharmacological treatment using electrical impulses, can enhance pain relief, reduce opioid use, and minimize side effects. Despite its benefits, TENS is underused in healthcare. This project will provide TENS education, support from experienced "superusers," and nudging techniques to encourage staff to adopt TENS, ultimately improving pain management and recovery for postoperative patients.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * All staff working in the department where the study will be conducted. * Patients scheduled for urological procedures under anesthesia who are 18 years of age or older. Exclusion Criteria: * Does not give consent. * Ongoing pregnancy. * Unable to speak or understand Swedish. * Presence of electronic implants (e.g., pacemaker, implantable - defibrillator/ICD). * Regular preoperative use of opioids. * Chronic pain condition. * Known substance abuse. * Reduced sensation at the site for TENS application. * Severe untreated psychiatric disorder.