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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Mersin University
Mersin, Yenişehir, 33010, Turkey (Türkiye)
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