Effect of Reiki Applied After Coronary Angiography on Pain and Comfort Level

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Basic Information

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Recruitment Status

RECRUITING

Clinical Phase

NA

Total Enrollment

90 participants

Study Classification

INTERVENTIONAL

Study Start Date

2025-07-25

Study Completion Date

2025-09-30

Brief Summary

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Coronary angiography is an invasive imaging technique that directly visualizes the anatomical structure of the coronary arteries and is considered the gold standard for diagnosing significant coronary artery disease. In the post-coronary angiography period, alleviating pain and enhancing patient comfort are important goals of clinical care. Reiki is an energy-based complementary therapy aimed at supporting the body's natural healing processes and promoting relaxation. Among non-pharmacological interventions, Reiki-a practice rooted in Traditional Chinese Medicine and meaning universal life energy-is a safe, cost-effective, and easily applicable method. Studies have shown that Reiki is effective in reducing pain, anxiety, fear, and stress, as well as in improving comfort and holistic well-being. This study was designed to examine the effects of Reiki therapy administered after coronary angiography on patients' levels of pain and comfort.

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Detailed Description

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Conditions

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Coronary Angiography

Study Design

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Allocation Method

RANDOMIZED

Intervention Model

PARALLEL

Randomized, single-blind, placebo-controlled, parallel-group trial with three arms (Reiki, sham Reiki, and control). Participants are allocated in a 1:1:1 ratio and receive only the intervention assigned to their group. No crossover between arms is planned.

Primary Study Purpose

TREATMENT

Blinding Strategy

SINGLE

Participants

Participants are blinded to their group allocation. Reiki and sham Reiki sessions are delivered in identical settings (duration, environment, body position, and practitioner interaction) to maintain blinding. Practitioners, who also serve as data collectors, are aware of the intervention type due to the nature of the technique. Statistical analysis will be performed by an independent researcher blinded to group allocation.

Study Groups

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Reiki

Participants receive a 30-minute Reiki session by a trained practitioner after coronary angiography. Pain and comfort are assessed at four time points.

Group Type EXPERIMENTAL

Reiki

Intervention Type BEHAVIORAL

Reiki therapy applied by trained practitioner for 30 minutes.

Sham reiki

Participants receive a 30-minute sham Reiki session mimicking Reiki hand positions without actual energy intervention. Pain and comfort are assessed at the same time points.

Group Type PLACEBO_COMPARATOR

Sham reiki

Intervention Type BEHAVIORAL

Sham Reiki applied by same practitioner, mimicking Reiki without actual energy technique.

Control

Participants receive standard post-angiography care without any Reiki or sham intervention. Pain and comfort are assessed at the same time points.

Group Type NO_INTERVENTION

No interventions assigned to this group

Interventions

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Reiki

Reiki therapy applied by trained practitioner for 30 minutes.

Intervention Type BEHAVIORAL

Sham reiki

Sham Reiki applied by same practitioner, mimicking Reiki without actual energy technique.

Intervention Type BEHAVIORAL

Eligibility Criteria

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Inclusion Criteria

* Adults aged 18-80 years.
* Undergoing coronary angiography for the first time.
* No additional interventions (e.g., stent placement) performed during angiography.
* Coronary angiography performed via femoral artery.
* Elective (non-emergency) coronary angiography.
* No prior experience with Reiki, Therapeutic Touch, or other energy therapies.
* Able to understand and speak Turkish.
* Open to communication and able to participate in face-to-face interviews.

Exclusion Criteria

* Development of acute complications during or after coronary angiography (e.g., myocardial infarction, severe arrhythmia, embolism, bleeding at the intervention site, hematoma).
* Any diagnosed psychiatric disorder.
* History of chronic pain or regular use of analgesics.
* Previous experience with Reiki or similar complementary therapies.
* Requirement for sedative or opioid analgesic use during the study period.

Minimum Eligible Age

18 Years

Maximum Eligible Age

80 Years

Eligible Sex

ALL

Accepts Healthy Volunteers

No