Massage and music may keep ICU patients Clear-Headed
NCT ID NCT02905812
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This pilot study tests whether a daily 15-minute massage plus guided relaxation with music can prevent delirium in critically ill patients. About 120 adults in the ICU will be randomly assigned to receive the relaxation intervention or standard care for up to five days. The main goal is to see if such a study is feasible, with early looks at whether it reduces delirium and stress.
What this could mean
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Active substance
relaxation with guided imagery and moderate pressure massage
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward a simple, drug-free way to reduce delirium in critically ill patients.
What could go wrong
This is a very small pilot study with only 27 participants enrolled so far. It is designed mainly to test feasibility, not to prove effectiveness. Results may not apply to all ICU patients.
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Locations
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Misreicordia Hospital
Edmonton, Alberta, T5R 4H5, Canada