The Effects of Benson and Progressive Relaxation Techniques on Pain and Sleep in Lobectomy.

NCT07430176 | Not Yet Recruiting

• 1 other identifier: 31.07.2025
• Study Type: interventional
• Target: 160
• Locations: 0 countries
• Sites: N/A

Brief Summary

During lobectomy surgical treatment, thoracotomy is performed on patients, and post-thoracotomy pain is observed. Pain is one of the most common problems in patients and causes serious morbidity. As a result of the pain experienced, changes in sympathetic activity and the release of catecholamines as a result of the stress response lead to many complications, primarily in the cardiovascular, urinary, gastrointestinal, and nervous systems. In addition, pain can cause sleep problems in the patient due to the stress response, and the healing process is negatively affected. The aim of this research is to evaluate the effects of Benson relaxation technique and progressive muscle relaxation exercises on the pain levels and sleep quality of patients who have undergone lobectomy, in relation to the pain and sleep problems experienced in the postoperative period. The main aim of the study is to reveal the effectiveness of these two relaxation techniques in reducing pain and improving sleep quality in the postoperative care process, and to develop recommendations for clinical applications based on the findings obtained.

Conditions

Lobectomy; Lobectomy Patient; Sleep

Keywords

lobectomy, pain, sleep quality, benson exercises, progressive relaxation exercises.

Outcome Measures

Primary Outcomes (1)

• THE VİSUAL ANALOG SCALA

  The Visual Analog Scale (VAS) is a one-dimensional scale commonly used to measure pain intensity. The VAS is a measuring instrument that is 0-10 cm (0-100 mm) long. This measuring instrument can be used horizontally or vertically. The scale starts with "no pain" and ends with "unbearable pain". High scores on the scale indicate high pain intensity. The cutoff points for pain scores obtained from the scale are suggested as 0-4 mm "no pain", 5-44 mm "mild pain", 45-74 mm "moderate pain" and 75-100 mm "severe pain" (103). In our study, the VAS scale will be used horizontally and in cm to measure the pain intensity, anxiety and comfort levels of the patients.

  Days 1 and 2 after surgery

Secondary Outcomes (1)

• Richard-Campbell Sleep Scale

  Day 1, 2 after surgery

Study Arms (3)

Benson Relaxation Group

EXPERIMENTAL

Benson Relaxation Exercise Instructions Choose a word or short phrase that is meaningful to you and will allow you to focus your attention (Example: Love, affection, God, health). Sit in a comfortable position. Close your eyes. Relax all your muscles (calf, thigh, abdomen, chest, shoulder, neck, and head), starting from your feet and moving upwards to your muscle groups. Breathe slowly and naturally. As you exhale, silently say the chosen word or phrase to yourself. Maintain a passive attitude. Do not worry about whether you are doing well or not. If disturbing thoughts come to your mind, ignore them and say to yourself, "Everything is very good," "I am healthy and fit," and focus on your breath and muscles. Focus on relaxing and calming down until the instructions are finished. When the instructions are finished, do not stand up immediately. Sit quietly for a minute or two so you can return to your current environment. Then slowly open your eyes and sit for another minute or two.

Other: Progressive muscle relaxation group

Progressive muscle relaxation group

EXPERIMENTAL

Now, find the most comfortable position for yourself in the chair you're sitting in and close your eyes. Feel the rhythm of your breathing. Breathe in through your nose and exhale slowly and easily through your mouth. Notice how your body relaxes a little more with each exhale. Focus your attention on what I'm saying. When other thoughts come to mind, refocus your attention on what I'm saying. Now, let your arms hang down at your sides and, while breathing in, clench your fists and tense your hand muscles… Clench your fists and hold like that for a while. Now open your fists and allow your hands to relax. Try to notice how relaxed your hand muscles are and how they are starting to warm up. Now take a deep breath and hold it in your chest. Notice how the muscles in your chest tense up, keep your muscles tense and release. Continue to breathe deeply and comfortably… Feel your chest muscles release their tension and relax." "Now, tense the muscles in your legs. Notice how these muscles

Other: Progressive muscle relaxation group

Control Group

NO INTERVENTION

No attempt was made.

Interventions

Progressive muscle relaxation group OTHER

Now, find the most comfortable position for yourself in the chair you're sitting in and close your eyes. Feel the rhythm of your breathing. Breathe in through your nose and exhale slowly and easily through your mouth. Notice how your body relaxes a little more with each exhale. Focus your attention on what I'm saying. When other thoughts come to mind, refocus your attention on what I'm saying. Now, let your arms hang down at your sides and, while breathing in, clench your fists and tense your hand muscles… Clench your fists and hold like that for a little while. Now open your fists and allow your hands to relax. Try to notice how relaxed your hand muscles are and how they are starting to warm up. Now take a deep breath and hold it in your chest. Notice how the muscles in your chest tense up, keep your muscles tense and release.

Benson Relaxation Group; Progressive muscle relaxation group

Eligibility Criteria

• Age: 18 Years+
• Sex: all
• Healthy Volunteers: Yes
• Age Groups: Adult (18-64), Older Adult (65+)

You may qualify if:

• Patients aged 18 and over, Patients undergoing planned lobectomy surgery for the first time, Patients without diagnosed sleep problems, Patients who volunteer to participate in the study, Patients whose cognitive level is suitable for progressive relaxation and Benson exercises, Patients without visual, hearing, or speech problems will be included in the study.

You may not qualify if:

• Patients with mental health issues, those who are not volunteers to participate in the study, and patients undergoing emergency surgery will not be included.

Sponsors & Collaborators

• Cagla Toprak: lead

MeSH Terms

Conditions

Pain; Sleep Initiation and Maintenance Disorders

Condition Hierarchy (Ancestors)

Neurologic Manifestations; Signs and Symptoms; Pathological Conditions, Signs and Symptoms; Sleep Disorders, Intrinsic; Dyssomnias; Sleep Wake Disorders; Nervous System Diseases; Mental Disorders

Central Study Contacts

Çağla toprak TOPRAK, PHD

CONTACT

0090 532 799 78 14; cagla.toprak@atlas.edu.tr

Study Design

• Study Type: interventional
• Phase: not applicable
• Allocation: RANDOMIZED
• Masking: SINGLE
• Who Masked: INVESTIGATOR
• Purpose: OTHER
• Intervention Model: PARALLEL
• Sponsor Type: OTHER
• Responsible Party: SPONSOR INVESTIGATOR
• PI Title: Dr.

Study Record Dates

• First Submitted: February 18, 2026
• First Posted: February 24, 2026
• Study Start: April 20, 2026
• Primary Completion: April 23, 2026
• Study Completion: June 15, 2026
• Last Updated: April 16, 2026

Record last verified: 2026-02