Massage may replace meds for agitated ICU patients
Symptom relief
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This study tests whether gentle massage (called 'relaxing touch') on the head, feet, and hands can reduce the need for calming drugs in sedated, intubated ICU patients as they wake up. About 72 adults will be randomly assigned to receive either standard care or extra massage twic…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier de Niort • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 13:00 UTC