Soothing sounds may take the edge off colonoscopy
NCT ID NCT07034638
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether playing white or pink noise through headphones before and during a colonoscopy can lower patients' pain and anxiety. 135 adults were randomly assigned to listen to white noise, pink noise, or standard care alone. Researchers measured anxiety and pain using simple visual scales. The goal is to find a safe, drug-free way to make the procedure more comfortable.
What this could mean
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Active substance
white noise and pink noise delivered via headphones
What this could lead to
If it works, this could give doctors a simple, non-drug way to help patients feel less pain and anxiety during colonoscopy.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed trial with 135 people. The effect may be modest or not apply to everyone. Noise might not help those with high anxiety or pain tolerance.
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Locations
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Seda Cansu Yeniğün
Antalya, Kumluca, 07350, Turkey (Türkiye)