Investigation of Different Relaxation Techniques in Eliciting a Relaxation Response
NCT ID: NCT03592147
Last Updated: 2018-07-19
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Basic Information
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COMPLETED
NA
17 participants
INTERVENTIONAL
2018-04-13
2018-06-04
Brief Summary
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Light therapy is another technique that is suggested to induce physiological changes similar to those seen in the relaxation response. Some studies have shown a reduction in heart rate, blood pressure, oxygen consumption and carbon dioxide production following exposure to blue light.
These relaxation therapies can be useful for the general population and for vulnerable groups where alternative therapies, such as medication and psychotherapy, are difficult. Limited amount of studies have quantified the decrease in stress in physiological measurements such as heart rate and blood pressure.
The aim of this study is to investigate which relaxation technique among five different interventions (and one control) is the most effective in improving relaxation and reducing stress in adult women of reproductive age (18-45 years). The results of this study will be used to inform the intervention of a study testing the impact of relaxation therapy on breastfeeding outcomes in mothers of late preterm infants.
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Detailed Description
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Conditions
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Study Design
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SINGLE_GROUP
TREATMENT
NONE
Study Groups
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Relaxation
This is a within-subject pilot study, where each participant received, in random order, five different relaxation therapies (Guided Imagery Relaxation Tape, Music Listening, Relaxation Lighting, Meditation and Relaxation Light, and Music and Relaxation Light) and one Control/Silence state spanning across 3-6 weeks.
Guided Imagery Relaxation Tape
The meditation is approximately 7 minutes in duration.
Music Listening
Participants have the option of selecting one of the following music categories: New age, classical, and oriental. The songs were selected based on criteria established in a previous study to induce relaxation. All songs were also modified in length to be approximately 7 minutes in duration.
Relaxation Lighting
The participants were asked to select either orange or blue lighting settings using the Philips Hue lighting. The intensity of the light will be fixed to control for that measure. They were asked to sit for approximately 7 minutes in duration.
Meditation and Relaxation Light
The guided imagery meditation and relaxation lighting were combined.
Music and Relaxation Light
The music and relaxation lighting were combined.
Control/Silence
The participants were asked to relax for a duration of 7 minutes, with no explicit advice given. Lighting was adjusted to a specific intensity and colour (basic yellow light) as was used in the music and guided imagery interventions.
Interventions
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Guided Imagery Relaxation Tape
The meditation is approximately 7 minutes in duration.
Music Listening
Participants have the option of selecting one of the following music categories: New age, classical, and oriental. The songs were selected based on criteria established in a previous study to induce relaxation. All songs were also modified in length to be approximately 7 minutes in duration.
Relaxation Lighting
The participants were asked to select either orange or blue lighting settings using the Philips Hue lighting. The intensity of the light will be fixed to control for that measure. They were asked to sit for approximately 7 minutes in duration.
Meditation and Relaxation Light
The guided imagery meditation and relaxation lighting were combined.
Music and Relaxation Light
The music and relaxation lighting were combined.
Control/Silence
The participants were asked to relax for a duration of 7 minutes, with no explicit advice given. Lighting was adjusted to a specific intensity and colour (basic yellow light) as was used in the music and guided imagery interventions.
Other Intervention Names
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Eligibility Criteria
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Inclusion Criteria
* Fluent in English
Exclusion Criteria
* Smokers
* Recent surgeries or injuries
18 Years
45 Years
FEMALE
Yes
Sponsors
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University College, London
OTHER
Responsible Party
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Locations
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University College London Great Ormond Street Institute of Child Health
London, , United Kingdom
Countries
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Other Identifiers
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12521/001
Identifier Type: -
Identifier Source: org_study_id
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