Music may soothe pain and nerves during uterine exam

NCT ID NCT06767644

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

Summary

This study tested whether playing calming instrumental music during outpatient hysteroscopy can reduce pain and anxiety in postmenopausal women. 124 women were randomly assigned to listen to music or not during the procedure. Researchers measured pain, anxiety, and satisfaction right after the procedure to see if music made a difference.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

Music

What this could lead to

If effective, listening to calming music could become a simple, drug-free way to reduce pain and anxiety during outpatient hysteroscopy.

What could go wrong

This is a small, completed trial with 124 participants. Results may not apply to all women or settings, and music may not work for everyone.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Cairo University

    Cairo, Egypt