Robotic fish vs. real fish: a soothing distraction for kids in pain?

NCT ID NCT07769385

NEW ENROLLING_BY_INVITATION Symptom relief Sponsor: Inonu University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Aug 18, 2026 · Last updated Aug 18, 2026

Summary

This trial tests whether watching robotic fish or live aquarium fish can reduce pain, fear, and anxiety in children aged 5 to 10 during painful medical procedures. Children will be assigned to watch one of the two fish distractions while undergoing the procedure, and their pain, fear, and anxiety levels will be measured. The goal is to see if these simple visual distractions can help children feel more at ease, offering a potential non-drug comfort tool for healthcare providers.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Watching robotic fish or live aquarium fish as a visual distraction during painful medical procedures
What this could lead to: If effective, this could offer a simple, non-drug way for nurses and doctors to help children feel more comfortable during painful procedures.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage trial, and the distraction may not significantly reduce pain, fear, or anxiety in all children. Results may vary by age or procedure.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

anxiety anxiety disorder Pain primary interstitial lung disease specific to childhood

As listed by the trial registrant

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

ANXIETY CHILD FEAR PAIN

Contacts and locations

Locations

Bingöl State Hospital

Bingoel, Turkey, 12000, Turkey (Türkiye)

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