NCT07659015 Use of Hand Extension Rubber During Intravenous Catheter Placement
| NCT ID | NCT07659015 |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Phase | — |
| Sponsor | Necmettin Erbakan University |
| Condition | Pain |
| Study Type | INTERVENTIONAL |
| Enrollment | 114 participants |
| Start Date | 2026-06-15 |
| Primary Completion | 2026-08-01 |
Eligibility & Interventions
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What to Expect as a Participant
You will actively receive the study intervention — which may be a drug, biologic, device, or procedure.
This trial targets 114 participants in total. It began in 2026-06-15 with a primary completion date of 2026-08-01.
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Brief Summary
The study aims to investigate the effect of a hand extension rubber used in patients with peripheral intravenous catheters on pain, anxiety, and satisfaction.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Volunteers willing to participate in the study * Patients aged 18-65 * Patients who are alert and able to communicate verbally in Turkish * Patients assigned to the green zone during triage * Patients suitable for PICC placement in the left cephalic and basilic veins * Patients who are right-handed * Patients with a VAS pain score of 0 prior to the PIC procedure Exclusion Criteria: * Patients with acute or chronic pain * Patients with conditions that cause limited mobility, such as muscle disorders or grip dysfunction * Patients with peripheral neuropathy, arteriovenous fistula, or bilateral mastectomy * Patients with a psychiatric diagnosis (as self-reported) * Patients with communication impairments (hearing, speech, and vision) * Patients with a history of negative PIC procedure experiences Terminating Criteria: * Participants wishing to withdraw from the study at any stage after giving their consent * Failure of the PIC procedure * Failure to use the hand extension band until the end of the procedure * Occurrence of complications related to the PIC procedure during the procedure
Contact & Investigator
Melike Kışla
PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR
Master student
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can join the NCT07659015 clinical trial?
This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 18 Years or older, up to 65 Years, studying Pain. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.
Is NCT07659015 currently recruiting?
Yes, NCT07659015 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at guldenbasit@gmail.com for enrollment information.
Where is the NCT07659015 trial being conducted?
This trial is being conducted at Konya, Turkey (Türkiye).
Who is sponsoring the NCT07659015 clinical trial?
NCT07659015 is sponsored by Necmettin Erbakan University. The principal investigator is Melike Kışla at Master student. The trial plans to enroll 114 participants.