TENS for pain and sleep after hernia surgery
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health, Pain clinical trials.
This trial tests whether a small device that sends gentle electrical pulses (TENS) can help reduce pain and improve sleep after hernia surgery. If you are having hernia surgery, this might help you recover more comfortably.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older
- You are scheduled for hernia surgery (not an emergency)
- You are able to give your consent to participate
- You do not have a pacemaker, epilepsy, or other conditions that prevent using TENS
- You are not allergic to the sticky pads used with the device
- You can fill out questionnaires about your pain and sleep
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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