Simple stress ball eases pain and anxiety during kidney stone procedure

NCT ID NCT06846723

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tested whether using a stress ball during a non-surgical kidney stone treatment (ESWL) can reduce pain and anxiety. 64 adults having their first ESWL session participated. The stress ball is a simple, cheap tool that distracts the mind. Researchers measured pain, anxiety, and satisfaction levels to see if this non-drug method helps patients feel better and continue treatment.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

anxiety disorder Pain urolithiasis

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Mersin University

    Mersin, Yenişehir, 33010, Turkey (Türkiye)