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@article{187710,
        author = {Mamta Kumari and Dr. K. Latha and Nikee Minz},
        title = {A true experimental study to evaluate the effectiveness of Alovera gel application on superficial thrombophlebitis among patients receiving intravenous therapy admitted at nmch Jamuhar Rohtas.},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2025},
        volume = {12},
        number = {6},
        pages = {7245-7251},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=187710},
        abstract = {Background: Superficial thrombophlebitis is one of the most common complications of intravenous (IV) therapy, characterized by pain, redness, swelling, and palpable venous cords. Conventional management methods such as alcohol compress and magnesium sulphate applications have shown limited effectiveness. Aloe Vera gel, with its proven anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and wound-healing properties, is increasingly recognized as a safe, natural alternative for reducing thrombophlebitis.
Aim: To evaluate the effectiveness of Aloe Vera gel application on superficial thrombophlebitis among patients receiving intravenous therapy at NMCH, Jamuhar.
Method: A true experimental research design was adopted. Sixty patients with superficial thrombophlebitis undergoing IV therapy were selected through random sampling and equally divided into experimental (n=30) and control (n=30) groups. The experimental group received Aloe Vera gel application (10 ml applied with sterile gauze for 20 minutes, thrice daily for 3 consecutive days), while the control group received routine nursing care. The severity of thrombophlebitis was assessed using Jackson’s Visual Infusion Phlebitis (VIP) Score in both pre-test and post-test phases. Data were analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics, including paired and unpaired t-tests and chi-square tests.
Result: In the experimental group, the mean thrombophlebitis score reduced significantly from 3.10 ± 1.06 (pre-test) to 1.50 ± 0.97 (post-test), while in the control group, the reduction was less marked (4.13 ± 0.82 to 2.37 ± 0.99). Statistical analysis revealed a highly significant difference between groups (p = 0.001). Aloe Vera gel application was found to be effective in reducing pain, swelling, and erythema associated with thrombophlebitis. Associations were also observed between outcomes and socio-demographic factors such as sex, occupation, purpose of IV therapy, and hospital stay duration.
Conclusion: The study concludes that Aloe Vera gel application is a simple, cost-effective, and non-invasive nursing intervention that significantly reduces the severity of superficial thrombophlebitis among patients receiving IV therapy. Its use can enhance patient comfort, prevent complications, and support holistic nursing care practices.},
        keywords = {Aloe-Vera gel, Superficial Thrombophlebitis, Intravenous Therapy, Jackson’s Visual Infusion Phlebitis (VIP) Score, Nursing Intervention.},
        month = {November},
        }