Breathe easy: simple deep breathing beats VR for needle pain
NCT ID NCT07359729
First seen Jan 23, 2026 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 20 times
Summary
This study tested two simple, drug-free ways to reduce pain and anxiety during a blood draw: deep breathing and virtual reality (VR). 264 adults were randomly assigned to one of these methods or standard care. The results showed deep breathing was more effective than VR at reducing pain, and both methods helped with anxiety about the same amount. This gives people an easy, free option to feel better during needle procedures.
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Escuela de Medicina UAEH Campus Ramirez Ulloa
Pachuca, Hidalgo, 400, Mexico
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