Hug it out: study tests Pre-Surgery hugs for calmer patients

NCT ID NCT07369544

Ongoing Symptom relief Sponsor: University of Health Sciences Balikesir Hospital Eduation and Research Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study looks at whether a simple hug from a family member before surgery can help lower anxiety and pain afterward. 160 adults having planned surgery will either hug for at least 20 seconds or follow standard care. Researchers will measure anxiety levels and pain scores to see if hugging makes a difference.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: hugging family members for at least 20 seconds before surgery
What this could lead to: If it works, this could offer a simple, free way to help patients feel less anxious and have less pain after surgery, without medication.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage study. The effect may be small or not apply to everyone. Hugging is safe, but it may not replace standard anxiety or pain treatments.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

anxiety anxiety disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

ANXIETY NON-PHARMACOLOGICAL INTERVENTIONS POSTOPERATIVE PAIN MANAGEMENT

Contacts and locations

Locations

Meah

Malatya, Turkey (Türkiye)

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