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.

hematopoietic and lymphoid system neoplasm

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • City of Hope Medical Center

    Duarte, California, 91010, United States