Ente Ospedaliero Cantonale, Bellinzona
Clinical trials sponsored by Ente Ospedaliero Cantonale, Bellinzona, explained in plain language.
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Mozart in the ER: music cuts wait-time frustration for patients
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether playing classical music in the emergency room waiting area helps patients feel like they wait less. About 97 adults in the ER listened to live music, recorded music, or no music. Researchers measured satisfaction with a questionnaire to see if music impr…
Sponsor: Ente Ospedaliero Cantonale, Bellinzona • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Virtual reality goggles calm nerves before surgery, pilot study finds
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether using virtual reality (VR) during the oxygen mask phase before general anesthesia could lower patient anxiety. 46 adults scheduled for surgery took part. Researchers measured anxiety levels and how easy the VR setup was to use. The goal was to see if VR …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Ente Ospedaliero Cantonale, Bellinzona • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:52 UTC