Soothing sounds before eye surgery: music therapy eases anxiety and pain, study finds

NCT ID NCT07296731

First seen Jan 11, 2026 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 19 times

Summary

This study looked at whether playing music for people before cataract surgery can lower their anxiety, reduce pain after the operation, and make them more satisfied with the procedure. Researchers measured stress hormones, anxiety levels, and pain scores in 60 adults having cataract surgery. The goal is to find a simple, drug-free way to improve the surgical experience.

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Locations

  • Guangzhou First People's Hospital

    Guangzhou, Guangzhou, 510180, China

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