Acupressure eases anxiety during uncomfortable bladder exam

This study tested whether acupressure—a technique that applies pressure to specific points on the body—can reduce anxiety, embarrassment, and fear in people undergoing a urodynamic test (a procedure that checks how well the bladder works). Sixty-eight adults were randomly assigned to receive either acupressure or standard care. The results will show if this simple, drug-free approach helps patients feel more comfortable during an invasive medical test.