Clinical Trial

Foot Reflexology in Neonates With Hypoxic-Ischemic Encephalopathy

Study acronym: foot massage
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Summary
This randomized controlled trial aims to evaluate the effect of foot reflexology on comfort levels and physiological parameters in neonates with hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy undergoing therapeutic hypothermia. Neonates in the intervention group will receive standardized foot reflexology sessions in addition to routine care, while the control group will receive routine care alone. Comfort will be assessed using the COMFORTneo scale, and physiological parameters will be monitored throughout the intervention period.
Trial Details
NCT Number NCT07549789
Lead Sponsor Istanbul Nisantasi University
Conditions Effect of Reflexology, Hypoxic-Ischemic Encephalopathy, Neonatal, Foot Reflexology, Therapeutic Hypothermia
Enrollment 84 participants
Start Date 2026-07
Primary Completion 2027-01 (estimated)
Study Completion 2027-03 (estimated)
Updated on ClinicalTrials.gov 2026-04-24