Cartoons and reflexology tested to calm kids before surgery

NCT ID NCT07151131

Not yet recruiting Symptom relief Sponsor: Sakarya University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Summary

This study tests whether letting children watch cartoons or giving them a gentle foot massage before surgery can reduce their nausea, pain, and anxiety. About 105 children aged 4 to 6 will be assigned to one of three groups: watching a cartoon, receiving reflexology, or standard care. Researchers will measure their anxiety, pain, and nausea at several points before and after surgery.

What this could mean

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Active substance: Watching cartoons and foot reflexology
What this could lead to: If it works, this could offer simple, drug-free ways to help young children feel calmer and more comfortable before surgery.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage study with only 105 children, so results may not apply to all kids. The effects may be small or no better than standard care.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

agnosia Postoperative Nausea and Vomiting

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CHILDREN NAUSEA, POSTOPERATIVE PAIN MANAGEMENT

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