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Clinical trials sponsored by Queen's Medical Center, explained in plain language.
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TENS device tested for abortion pain relief
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a TENS unit, a drug-free pain relief device, can reduce pain during and after laminaria insertion for second-trimester abortion. 36 participants used either a TENS unit plus standard care or a placebo device. The goal was to see if the TENS unit lowers p…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Queen's Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 17, 2026 03:59 UTC
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Can a quick spray beat needle pain? new study says maybe.
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a cooling spray (vapocoolant) can reduce the pain of numbing injections given before gynecologic procedures. 98 adults took part. Researchers measured pain levels and patient satisfaction to see if the spray helps.
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Queen's Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:54 UTC