Music eases pain and embarrassment during invasive bladder test, study finds

NCT ID NCT07207746

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: Kocaeli University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested whether listening to calming music during urodynamic testing—an invasive procedure for bladder problems—can reduce pain and embarrassment. 90 adults were randomly assigned to listen to classical music or not during the test. Researchers measured pain and embarrassment levels before, during, and after the procedure. The goal is to find a simple, non-drug way to improve patient comfort during this common but uncomfortable test.

What this could mean

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Active substance: Music listening (slow-tempo instrumental classical music via headphones)
What this could lead to: If it works, this could offer a simple, drug-free way to make urodynamic testing less painful and embarrassing for patients.
What could go wrong: This is a small, completed study with only 90 participants. The results may not apply to everyone, and music might not significantly reduce pain or embarrassment for all patients.

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Conditions

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Pain

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MUSIC INTERVENTION NURSING CARE PAIN

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Locations

Kocaeli University

İzmit, Kocaeli, 41000, Turkey (Türkiye)

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