Music may soothe nerves during bone marrow biopsy
NCT ID NCT06169267
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This phase III trial tests whether listening to music during a bone marrow biopsy or aspiration can lower anxiety. About 113 adults with blood cancers will be randomly assigned to either receive standard care or also listen to music during the procedure. Researchers will measure anxiety levels using a standard questionnaire.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Music therapy (listening to music)
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could offer a simple, drug-free way to ease anxiety during a painful procedure.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, single-center trial. The effect may be modest or not apply to everyone. Music cannot replace medical care for pain or anxiety.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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City of Hope Medical Center
Duarte, California, 91010, United States
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