Soothing sounds may soothe tiny hearts after surgery

NCT ID NCT07564882

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study tests whether playing soft music or using a musical mobile can reduce pain and stress in infants when chest tubes are removed after heart surgery. Fifty-four babies aged 2 to 12 months will be randomly assigned to hear music, see a musical mobile, or receive standard care. Researchers will measure pain scores, heart rate, and oxygen levels to see if these calming interventions help.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

music and musical mobile interventions

What this could lead to

If it works, this could offer a simple, drug-free way to ease pain and stress for infants during a painful procedure.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early-stage study with only 54 infants, so results may not apply to all babies. The effect may be small or hard to measure.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

congenital heart disease

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