Breathe away the pain: simple breathing techniques tested after surgery

NCT ID NCT07164118

Ongoing Symptom relief Sponsor: Cukurova University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether two types of breathing exercises—pranayama and deep breathing—can help reduce pain and anxiety in people recovering from abdominal surgery. 120 adults who had elective abdominal surgery will practice these exercises every 2 hours starting 4 hours after their operation. Researchers will measure anxiety levels and pain intensity using standard questionnaires and scales.

What this could mean

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Active substance: breathing exercises (pranayama and deep breathing)
What this could lead to: If it works, this could offer a simple, drug-free way to manage pain and anxiety after abdominal surgery.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage trial with no blinding, so results may be influenced by patient expectations. The exercises may not work for everyone or may be hard to do after surgery.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

anxiety disorder Pain

As listed by the trial registrant

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ABDOMINAL SURGERY

Contacts and locations

Locations

Afsin State Hospital

Kahramanmaraş, Afşin, 46500, Turkey (Türkiye)

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