Cartoon video may take the ouch out of kids' pin removal

NCT ID NCT07234396

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tests whether showing children an animated video of the procedure during pin removal can lower their pain and anxiety. About 120 kids aged 4 to 12 who had elbow fracture surgery will be randomly assigned to watch the video or not. Researchers will measure pain and anxiety using standard scales before, during, and after the procedure.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

animated procedure video

What this could lead to

If it works, this could offer a simple, drug-free way to reduce pain and fear in children during minor medical procedures.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early-stage trial. The video may not significantly reduce pain or anxiety, and results may not apply to all children or procedures.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

anxiety anxiety disorder Pain

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Liaquat National Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Karachi, Sindh, 74800, Pakistan

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