Hypnosis or laughing gas? study tests pain relief for kids getting stitches

NCT ID NCT02420002

First seen Nov 17, 2025 · Last updated May 24, 2026 · Updated 24 times

Summary

This study tested two ways to manage pain in children getting stitches in the emergency room. One group received a gas mixture called MEOPA, and the other group received hypnosis with the option of MEOPA if needed. The goal was to see which approach better controlled pain during the procedure. The study included 60 children and measured pain using a special scale.

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Locations

  • CHRU de Nîmes - Hôpital Universitaire Carémeau

    Nîmes, 30029, France

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