Using a stress ball during breathing support therapy
This trial tests whether squeezing a stress ball can help reduce stress and anxiety in people who are using a breathing mask that supports their breathing (non-invasive ventilation). It might make the experience more comfortable and help you feel calmer during treatment.
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Who can take part
- You must have a type of breathing problem called type II respiratory failure.
- You must be using a non-invasive breathing mask (a mask that helps you breathe) for at least 8 hours a day.
- You need to be awake and able to communicate during most of the day.
- You must be 18 years old or older.
- You must not have any hand or arm problems that would prevent you from squeezing a stress ball.
- You must be able to speak and understand Turkish.
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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