Healing hands: touch therapy may ease anxiety and improve sleep for seniors in ICU

NCT ID NCT05363787

First seen May 19, 2026 · Last updated May 23, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study looked at whether therapeutic touch—a gentle, non-invasive technique—can help people aged 65 to 85 who are in the hospital with chronic illnesses sleep better and feel less anxious. Researchers compared a group that received therapeutic touch to a control group. The goal was to see if this simple, drug-free approach could improve well-being during a hospital stay.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Berna Bayır

    Karatay, Konya, 42020, Turkey (Türkiye)

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