Music and acupressure may soothe dialysis needle pain
NCT ID NCT07657923
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether listening to music and applying acupressure before needle insertion can reduce pain in dialysis patients. 72 participants were split into four groups: music plus acupressure, acupressure alone, music alone, or standard care. Pain was measured during three sessions. The results suggest that combining music and acupressure may help ease the discomfort of needle insertion.
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Active substance
Music therapy and acupressure
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a simple, drug-free way to reduce pain during dialysis needle insertion.
What could go wrong
This was a small, completed trial with 72 participants. Results may not apply to all dialysis patients, and the effect may vary.
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Gaziantep Şehir Hastanesi
Gaziantep, Şahinbey, 27470, Turkey (Türkiye)