Effect of Foot Bath After Colonoscopy

This randomized controlled trial evaluated whether a 30-minute foot bath with warm water (40-41°C) after colonoscopy reduces post-procedure pain and abdominal distension and shortens the time to first passage of flatus. Ninety adults undergoing planned colonoscopy were randomized to a foot bath group or standard care. Pain and distension were assessed using a visual analog scale at 0, 15, and 30 minutes after the procedure. Time to first flatus and overall satisfaction were also recorded.

NCT Number	NCT07636109
Lead Sponsor	Kocaeli University
Conditions	Colonoscopy Pain, Abdominal Distension
Enrollment	90 participants
Start Date	2024-04-01
Primary Completion	2024-05-02 (estimated)
Study Completion	2025-12-28 (estimated)
Updated on ClinicalTrials.gov	2026-06-09