The Effect of Stress Ball on Anxiety and Pain Levels in Angiography: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Background
Coronary angiography is a procedure that can cause pain and anxiety in patients. Using stress balls as a simple tool to help reduce discomfort has not been studied much.
Objective
This study aims to see if using stress balls can lower pain and anxiety during angiography.
Methods
The study involved 120 adult patients undergoing angiography in Eastern Turkey from January to June 2023. They were randomly divided into two groups: one group used stress balls along with regular care, while the other did not. We measured pain and anxiety levels using established scales.
Results
The group that used stress balls experienced significantly less pain and anxiety compared to the control group. We noted:
- A lower increase in pain scores in the stress ball group (p < 0.05).
- A significant reduction in anxiety scores in the same group (p < 0.05).
Conclusion
Using stress balls during angiography can effectively reduce both anxiety and pain. This non-drug approach could be a helpful addition to regular medications, improving patient comfort in invasive procedures.
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