Shocking pain away: TENS device tested for prostate biopsy discomfort
NCT ID NCT07331246
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested whether a TENS device, which uses mild electrical pulses, can reduce pain during a prostate biopsy. 84 men were randomly assigned to receive TENS plus local anesthetic, a sham TENS device plus local anesthetic, or local anesthetic alone. Participants reported their pain levels at several points during the procedure. The goal is to find a simple, non-drug way to make biopsies more comfortable.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) device
What this could lead to
If it works, TENS could offer a simple, drug-free way to reduce pain during prostate biopsies.
What could go wrong
This is a small, single-center exploratory study. The results may not apply to all patients, and TENS might not provide meaningful pain relief.
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Department of Urology, Medical University of Gdansk
Gdansk, Pomeranian Voivodeship, 80-214, Poland