An interventional study of Reflexology in End-Stage Renal Disease, sponsored by Kibrıs Aydin Üniversitesi. Completed at 2 sites in Cyprus. Open to participants aged 18 Years to 65 Years. Per ClinicalTrials.gov, last updated 2026-10-13.
Sponsored by Kibrıs Aydin Üniversitesi · Not applicable, Interventional, and Supportive care
Sleep problems are common in people undergoing dialysis treatment due to kidney failure. Methods other than medication can be used to improve this condition. For example, reflexology, a foot massage technique, and sleep training can be helpful.
This study investigated the effects of reflexology and sleep training on sleep quality and comfort in dialysis patients in Cyprus.
The results showed that both reflexology and sleep training improved patients' sleep and overall comfort. However, reflexology was found to be more effective than the other methods.
Objective:
To improve sleep quality and comfort in dialysis patients.
Method:
Reflexology (foot massage) and sleep training were applied.
Findings:
Both methods improved sleep and comfort.
Conclusion:
Reflexology was found to be more effective than sleep training.
Study Design:
This study was designed as a pre-test-post-test controlled experimental clinical trial.
Objective:
To evaluate the effects of reflexology and sleep hygiene training on sleep quality and comfort level in patients undergoing hemodialysis treatment.
Participants:
Individuals receiving hemodialysis treatment were included in the study.
Interventions:
Reflexology group: Patients received foot reflexology at regular intervals. Sleep hygiene training group: Patients received regular training to improve their sleep habits.
Control group: Routine care was provided.
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Exclusion Criteria
Participant in this group receive reflexology intervention in addition to routine hemodialysis care.Reflexology is applied regularly during the study period according to a standardized protocol.
Behavioral: Reflexology
Participants in this group receive sleep hygiene education along with routine care.The education includes structured information and recommendation aimed at improving sleep habits and sleep quality.
Behavioral: Reflexology
Participants received routine hemodialysis care without additional intervention.
Behavioral: Reflexology
Reflexology in this study is a structured, standardized foot reflexology protocol specifically designed for hemodialysis patients. Unlike general massage applications, this intervention focuses on defined reflex points on the feet that are theoretically associated with systemic effects, particularly relaxation and sleep regulation. The sessions were delivered twice weekly for 30 minutes over 8 weeks by a trained practitioner using a consistent technique and pressure protocol. This standardized duration, frequency, and protocol distinguish it from non-structured or general complementary massage practices used in other studies.
Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI).
The Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI) was developed by Daniel J. Buysse et al. in 1989. The Turkish validity and reliability study of the scale was conducted by Mehmet Yavuz Ağargün et al. The PSQI is a widely used instrument that evaluates individuals' sleep quality and distinguishes between "good sleepers" and "poor sleepers." The PSQI consists of 18 items and seven components: subjective sleep quality, sleep latency, sleep duration, habitual sleep efficiency, sleep disturbances, use of sleep medication, and daytime dysfunction. Each component is scored on a 0-3 scale, and the sum of the component scores yields a total score ranging from 0 to 21. A total score of ≥5 indicates poor sleep quality.
Time frame: Baseline and 8 weeks
Hemodialysis Comfort Scale II (HCS-II)
The Hemodialysis Comfort Scale II (HCS-II) was developed by Sultan Koşar Şahin and Sema Pakyüz. It is a valid and reliable instrument used to assess the comfort level of patients who have been receiving hemodialysis treatment for at least three months. The scale consists of 26 items and six subdimensions and is structured as a 5-point Likert-type scale. Higher total scores indicate a higher level of comfort, whereas lower scores indicate lower comfort levels.
Time frame: Baseline and 8 weeks
Plan to share: No — Individual participant data will not be shared to protect participant privacy and confidentiality. Only aggregated results will be published.
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