Preventing pain during bed baths in nursing homes
This trial tests if a psychomotor therapist can help prevent pain in elderly residents who need bed baths in nursing homes. It aims to find the best approach based on residents' pain levels and care needs.
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Who can take part
- You live in a nursing home (EHPAD) as a resident.
- You have a stable pain score of 2 or higher on the Algoplus scale.
- You need help from a psychomotor therapist for bathing.
- You cannot wash yourself at the sink, even partially.
- You are not under guardianship or legal protection.
- You have not had treatment from a psychomotor therapist before.
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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