Effect of Integrating Auricular Acupressure and Fluid Restriction Program on Salivary Flow Rate and Fluid Control Adherence Among Children Undergoing Haemodialysis
试验速览
- 阶段
- 不适用
- 状态
- 已完成
- 入组人数
- 30
- 试验地点
- 2
- 主要终点
- Salivary Flow Visual Analogue Scale
研究概览
简要总结
This study aims to evaluate the effects of auricular acupressure on salivary flow rate and fluid restriction adherence among children undergoing Hemodialysis .
Hypothesis Children undergoing Hemodialysis who receive both auricular acupressure and fluid restriction program exhibit better salivary flow rate and fluid control adherence than those who receive fluid restriction program only.
详细描述
A non-randomized control trial was conducted at the Hemodialysis Unit in the Alexandria University Children's Hospital. A convenient sample of 60 children undergoing Hemodialysis was randomly assigned to two parallel groups. Both groups received the fluid restriction program in three types of sessions: general small-group discussion, individualized consultations, and follow-up. The study group also received auricular acupressure on four acupoints: Shenmen, Kidney Concha, Point Zero, and Upper Tragus.
研究设计
- 研究类型
- Interventional
- 分配方式
- Randomized
- 干预模型
- Parallel
- 主要目的
- Supportive Care
- 盲法
- Single (Participant)
入排标准
- 年龄范围
- 6 Years 至 18 Years（Child, Adult）
- 性别
- All
- 接受健康志愿者
- 是
入选标准
- •Age ranged from 6 to 18 years
- •Receiving hemodialysis for at least one month
排除标准
- •Diabetes Mellitus
- •Heart Diseases
- •Autoimmune Disorders Such as Sjogren's Syndrome
结局指标
主要结局
Salivary Flow Visual Analogue Scale
时间窗: After one month
This tool used to evaluate the salivary flow assessment. It consisted of 8 validated items measuring two main dimensions of salivary flow. The first dimension assessing the impaired oral functions due to the sensation of dry mouth as indicated by having difficulty in swallowing or speaking. While the second dimension evaluating the dryness of oral mucosa (lips, mouth, tongue, or throat). Additionally, children were asked two global questions regarding salivary quantity and thirsty level. In each item, children's responses were rated on a 100-mm horizontal numeric scale ranged from No (0) to very dry (100).
次要结局
- Fluid Control in Hemodialysis Patients Scale(After one month)
研究者
Zohour Ibrahim Mahmoud Rashwan
Assisstant Profesor
Alexandria University