Tarsus University
Clinical trials sponsored by Tarsus University, explained in plain language.
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Frozen glove finger may ease prostate biopsy pain, study finds (But was never done)
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study aimed to see if placing a small ice pack (a frozen glove finger) into the rectum for 5 minutes before a prostate biopsy could lower pain, anxiety, and stress hormone levels. It planned to include 84 first-time biopsy patients, comparing those who got the ice treatment …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tarsus University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 26, 2026 04:38 UTC
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Toddlers tune out pain: music eases fear after surgery
Symptom relief OngoingThis study looks at whether listening to music can help children aged 4 to 6 feel less pain and fear when they first get up after abdominal surgery. About 74 children will take part, with half listening to their favorite music during movement and the other half getting usual pare…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tarsus University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 22, 2026 14:01 UTC
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VR goggles and kaleidoscopes battle Kids' scan fears
Symptom relief ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study tests whether virtual reality goggles or a kaleidoscope can reduce fear and anxiety in children aged 4 to 6 during a kidney scan (renal scintigraphy). About 90 children will be assigned to one of the two distraction methods. The goal is to find a simple, non-drug way t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tarsus University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 22, 2026 13:50 UTC
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Colorful carpet gets kids walking sooner after surgery, cutting pain and fear
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests whether a low-cost, colorful walkway (like a mat carpet) can help children aged 4-10 feel less pain and fear when they first get up after abdominal surgery. About 74 children will use the walkway, and researchers will measure their pain, fear, and how quickly the…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tarsus University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 20, 2026 11:54 UTC