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This is a study conducted to evaluate the effect of the Benson relaxation exercise on resolving sleep problems in cancer patients. It uses a randomized controlled pre-test/post-test design.
A sleep hygiene booklet aimed at improving sleep quality in cancer patients was prepared for the control group based on a literature review. The sleep hygiene booklet included the information necessary for achieving quality sleep. An informational booklet on the Benson relaxation exercise was also developed. Care was taken to ensure that both booklets were engaging, easy to read, and written in clear and understandable language. Before printing, a pilot test was conducted by having patients with different educational backgrounds read the booklets. Finally, the booklets were printed and prepared for use during the data collection process.
Patients in both groups were first informed about the study, and written informed consent was obtained. Patients in the control group were initially asked to complete the Patient Identification Form and the PSQI. Following data collection, the control group received education through the sleep hygiene booklet. No further intervention was applied. The data collection process took approximately 5-15 minutes. After 15 days, the PSQI was administered again.
For the experimental group, after completing the Patient Identification Form and the PSQI, patients were given the Benson relaxation exercise booklet, and the exercise was performed together with them. Patients in the experimental group were instructed to practice the Benson relaxation exercise twice daily for 15 days. Accordingly, daily reminders were provided to encourage adherence to the exercise regimen. At the end of the 15-day period, the PSQI was administered again to the intervention group.
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| Label | Type | Description | Intervention Names |
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| Benson relaxation exercise | Experimental | Benson Relaxation Exercises were developed by Dr. Herbert Benson. It is a non-pharmacological, non-invasive, and easy-to-learn method that relaxes all muscles. |
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| Sleep hygiene | Placebo Comparator | A sleep hygiene booklet has been created and provides information about sleep hygiene. |
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| Name | Type | Description | Arm Group Labels | Other Names |
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| Benson relaxation exercise | Behavioral | Relaxation exercises, developed by Dr. Herbert Benson, are a non-pharmacological, non-invasive, and simple method of learning that relaxes all muscles. It is emphasized as being the most suitable method in terms of ease of application and learning compared to other relaxation exercises. This method is used as an effective and reliable way to solve various problems such as controlling stress, relieving pain, improving mood disorders, and enhancing sleep quality. |
| Measure | Description | Time Frame |
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| Sleep quality | Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index: The Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI) is a widely used self-report questionnaire that assesses sleep quality and sleep disturbances over the previous month. It consists of 19 self-rated items that generate seven component scores and a global score, with higher scores indicating poorer sleep quality. | 6 months |
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| Facility | Status | City | State | ZIP | Country | Contacts |
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| Sadi Konuk Hospital | Istanbul | 34450 | Turkey (Türkiye) |
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| ID | Term |
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| D009369 | Neoplasms |
| D007319 | Sleep Initiation and Maintenance Disorders |
| ID | Term |
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| D020919 | Sleep Disorders, Intrinsic |
| D020920 | Dyssomnias |
| D012893 | Sleep Wake Disorders |
| D009422 | Nervous System Diseases |
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| Sleep hygiene | Behavioral | A booklet on sleep hygiene was created, and training was provided. |
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| D001523 |
| Mental Disorders |