Simple tricks to take the ouch out of blood tests

NCT ID NCT07616869

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

Summary

This study looked at two simple ways to help adults feel less pain and anxiety during a blood draw: doing breathing exercises or squeezing a stress ball. 90 people took part, split into three groups: one did breathing exercises, one used a stress ball, and one had no special technique. The goal was to see if these distraction methods really help make the experience more comfortable.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Acute Pain anxiety disorder Pain

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Kıvan ÇEVİK KAYA

    Manisa, Yunusemre, 45140, Turkey (Türkiye)