Effects of Different Relaxation Therapies on Pain and Sleep in Hip and Knee Arthroplasty Patients

Condition(s) studied

Investigational drug(s) / intervention(s)

Virtual Reality-Based Relaxation: Relaxation exercises delivered through virtual reality technology during the postoperative period following hip and knee replacement surgery.

Traditional Relaxation Therapy: Standard relaxation exercises performed without virtual reality during the postoperative period following hip and knee replacement surgery.

Study summary

Hip and knee replacement surgery is commonly performed in older adults. After surgery, many patients experience pain, limited movement, and sleep problems. These difficulties can make daily activities such as walking or climbing stairs more challenging and may reduce quality of life during recovery.

Relaxation exercises are often used to help reduce pain and improve sleep after surgery. Virtual reality (VR) is a technology that provides a multisensory experience and may help people relax by shifting their attention away from pain and discomfort.

This study is designed to compare two different relaxation approaches used after hip and knee replacement surgery. One group of patients will perform relaxation exercises using virtual reality, while another group will perform traditional relaxation exercises. The study will examine pain levels and sleep quality in both groups.

The results of this study may help to better understand whether virtual reality-based relaxation can be used as an alternative or supportive method for managing pain and sleep problems after joint replacement surgery.

Eligibility

Primary outcome measure(s)

• Postoperative Pain Intensity — Postoperative three days period
  Pain intensity will be assessed using Numerical Rating Scale (0-10 points) in patients undergoing hip and knee replacement surgery. 0 represents no pain and 10 represents the most severe pain.

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