NCT07525388 The Effect of Progressive Relaxation Exercises With Therapeutic Clown
| NCT ID | NCT07525388 |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Phase | — |
| Sponsor | Ataturk University |
| Condition | Therapeutic Clown |
| Study Type | INTERVENTIONAL |
| Enrollment | 162 participants |
| Start Date | 2025-03-25 |
| Primary Completion | 2026-04-01 |
Eligibility & Interventions
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You will actively receive the study intervention — which may be a drug, biologic, device, or procedure.
This trial targets 162 participants in total. It began in 2025-03-25 with a primary completion date of 2026-04-01.
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Brief Summary
This study was conducted to investigate the effects of progressive relaxation exercises, performed with the assistance of a therapeutic clown during the pre-operative period, on fear, anxiety and physiological parameters in children. This randomised controlled trial included children aged 6-10 years undergoing circumcision surgery. The children were randomised into three groups: a progressive relaxation exercise group led by a therapeutic clown, a progressive relaxation group led by a nurse, and a control group. Fear, anxiety and physiological parameters (heart rate, respiratory rate, blood pressure, oxygen saturation) were assessed before and after the procedure.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Aged between 6 and 10 years, * Willing to participate in the study, * Admitted to the clinic for elective circumcision surgery, * Accessible prior to surgery, * With no cognitive impairments, * With no vision or hearing problems were included in the study. Exclusion Criteria: * Children who wished to withdraw from the study during the study period were excluded.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who can join the NCT07525388 clinical trial?
This trial is open to male participants only, aged 6 Years or older, up to 10 Years, studying Therapeutic Clown. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.
Is NCT07525388 currently recruiting?
Yes, NCT07525388 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at ekicisumeyye@atauni.edu.tr for enrollment information.
Where is the NCT07525388 trial being conducted?
This trial is being conducted at Erzurum, Turkey (Türkiye).
Who is sponsoring the NCT07525388 clinical trial?
NCT07525388 is sponsored by Ataturk University. The trial plans to enroll 162 participants.