Colorful mat may get kids walking sooner after surgery

NCT ID NCT07404163

Ongoing Symptom relief Sponsor: Tarsus University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study tests whether placing a colorful, washable walkway mat in front of children's beds can reduce pain and fear and help them start moving sooner after abdominal surgery. About 74 children aged 4–10 will be involved. The mat is designed to distract and encourage kids to walk as part of their recovery.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: colorful walkway mat
What this could lead to: If it works, this could give hospitals a simple, low-cost tool to help children move sooner after surgery with less pain and fear.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage study with only 74 children, so results may not apply to all kids or surgeries. The mat is just a distraction—it won't replace medical pain relief.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

anxiety disorder Pain

As listed by the trial registrant

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

CHILDREN FEAR MOBILIZATION PAIN SURGERY

Contacts and locations

Locations

Tarsus University

Mersin, Turkey (Türkiye)

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