The Effect of Relaxation Techniques on Pain Associated with Burn Cases. A field study at the Burns and Wounds Hospital in Tripoli

Abstract

Relaxation techniques are among the physiological and psychological methods that induce a state of deep rest and reduce the neural and emotional responses associated with stress and pain, such as lowering heart rate and muscle tension. These techniques have been increasingly applied in medical contexts as supportive approaches to pain management, particularly in burn injury cases, which are often accompanied by severe physical and psychological distress.

This study aims to examine the effect of relaxation techniques on alleviating burn-related pain among patients at the Burns and Plastic Surgery Hospital in Tripoli. The researcher employed a descriptive analytical method to analyze data collected from a random sample of 40 patients aged between 25 and 35 years, during the period from March 11 to May 26, 2025.

The results indicated that the application of relaxation techniques, especially physical relaxation and relaxation breathing, effectively reduced both physical pain and psychological tension among burn patients. Moreover, the medical and nursing staff expressed high satisfaction with the effectiveness of these techniques in improving patients’ overall condition and comfort levels.

The study recommends integrating relaxation techniques into therapeutic and psychological support programs for burn patients, organizing specialized training courses for medical personnel, and raising community awareness about the importance of these techniques in enhancing recovery and improving quality of life.