Can an ice pack soothe pain after heart surgery?
NCT ID NCT07306728
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether applying an ice bag to the groin area after a heart procedure (called PCI) can reduce pain and bruising. Sixty adults who had the procedure through the femoral artery will receive ice therapy for 20 minutes at a time. Researchers will measure pain levels and check for hematomas (bruises) at the puncture site.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- ice bag application
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this simple cold therapy could become a standard way to ease pain and reduce bruising after heart procedures.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage trial with only 60 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The ice bag may not significantly improve outcomes.
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