Stress ball and breathing exercises for knee surgery drain removal
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This study tests whether using a stress ball and doing breathing exercises can reduce pain and keep your vital signs stable when your surgical drain is removed after knee replacement surgery.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- You are having a total knee replacement (arthroplasty) and will have a drain tube removed after surgery.
- You can give your own consent and follow instructions.
- You do not have chronic pain or take strong pain medicines regularly.
- You do not have memory problems, confusion, or trouble communicating.
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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