Toasty feet, less pain? study tests warm packs after surgery
NCT ID NCT07417319
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested if applying warm packs to the feet after gallbladder surgery could reduce pain and bloating. 82 adults were randomly assigned to receive either standard care or standard care plus warm packs on their feet for 15-20 minutes twice daily. Researchers measured pain and abdominal distension at several time points after surgery.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
Active substance
local heat application (warm hot packs to the feet)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a simple, drug-free way to ease pain and bloating after gallbladder surgery.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed study with 82 people. Results may not apply to everyone, and the effect may be modest.
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Locations
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Aydın Adnan Menderes University Faculty of Nursing
Aydin, Efeler, 09100, Turkey (Türkiye)