PATIENT SATISFACTION

This study tested whether giving a special, easy-to-digest protein drink soon after surgery helps critically ill mothers who had a C-section. Researchers compared mothers who received the drink within hours of surgery to those who followed the standard protocol of waiting for nor…

This study compared how satisfied people were with two different designs of clear retainers used for at-home teeth whitening. Forty adults who had recently finished Invisalign treatment used a whitening gel in their retainers for two weeks. Researchers measured satisfaction, whit…

This study tested whether listening to calming music before and after a common heart procedure (coronary angiography) could help patients feel better. Researchers compared 210 patients, with half listening to specially selected music and half not. They measured pain, anxiety, vit…

This study tested whether using virtual reality glasses or listening to white noise could help adults feel less pain and anxiety when getting an IV needle inserted. Researchers randomly assigned 76 adult patients to either use VR, listen to white noise, or receive standard care (…

This study tested whether offering music during a cesarean delivery (C-section) improves the patient's experience. 61 women having scheduled C-sections were randomly assigned to either have music played during their surgery or have no music. Researchers measured satisfaction usin…

This study tested two simple, drug-free methods to help adults feel less pain and anxiety during routine blood draws. Researchers compared using a virtual reality headset to practicing deep breathing exercises. They found that deep breathing was better at reducing pain, while bot…

This small study compared two ways of taking molds for a single front-tooth implant: a new digital scan and the traditional method using putty. Researchers wanted to see which method led to better-looking gums around the implant and which was more comfortable for patients. Fourte…

This study tested if carefully marking a specific area at the back of the gums (the retromolar pad) when making a lower denture improves comfort and quality of life. It involved 50 first-time denture wearers who each tried two different lower dentures. Researchers compared how sa…

This study tested whether offering hospitalized patients a menu of wellness services could improve their hospital experience. Over 600 patients at a Veterans Affairs hospital could choose from items like meditation or music to help them feel better during their stay. Researchers …

This study compared two anesthesia methods for diagnostic hysteroscopy, a common uterine exam, to see which provides better pain relief and patient satisfaction. Researchers randomly assigned 84 women to receive either spinal anesthesia or general anesthesia during their procedur…

This study tested two different patterns for placing four dental implants to support a lower denture. Researchers wanted to see which pattern led to fewer mechanical problems with the dentures and higher patient satisfaction. They compared the two layouts in 30 patients who had l…

This study looked at how gum graft surgery affects patients' oral quality of life and satisfaction. It involved 49 adults with thin gums, comparing those with dental crowns or bridges to those with natural teeth. Researchers tracked pain, recovery, and overall satisfaction for on…

This study looked at whether giving a very low dose of a common anesthesia drug (propofol) right before removing a patient's breathing tube could lead to a calmer, more comfortable wake-up after nose surgery. It compared this approach to standard care in 80 adults. The main goal …

This study aimed to understand how a person's psychology, like their self-esteem and personality traits, might influence the pain they feel after cosmetic breast surgery. Researchers observed 52 patients, measuring their psychological state before surgery and tracking their pain …

This study looked at how adding specialized advanced practice nurses to a French hospital's emergency department affected patient care. Researchers surveyed over 900 patients to see if these nurses improved satisfaction, wait times, and safety for people with minor injuries. The …

This study looked at whether showing patients the images taken during their spine injection procedure could improve their satisfaction with care. Researchers worked with 141 adults who received a specific steroid injection for back and leg pain. They measured how satisfied patien…

This study compared whether follow-up visits by phone work as well as in-person office visits for patients recovering from sports-related surgeries. Researchers randomly assigned 90 patients to either phone or in-person check-ups at 6 weeks, 12 weeks, and 6 months after surgery. …