Stress balls and palm ticklers may soothe kids during scary medical tests
Symptom relief
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This study looks at whether using a palm stimulator or a stress ball can reduce pain, fear, and distress in children aged 6 to 12 during a respiratory panel collection (a nose or throat swab). About 35 hospitalized children will be randomly assigned to use one of these tools or r…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Sakarya University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 11, 2026 20:48 UTC