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Breathe away the pain: simple technique beats VR for needle sticks

NCT ID NCT07359729

Symptom relief Sponsor: Universidad Autónoma del Estado de Hidalgo Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tested two drug-free methods—deep breathing and virtual reality—to see which better reduces pain and anxiety during blood draws. 264 adults were randomly assigned to one of the two techniques or standard care. The goal is to find a simple, effective option for patients who dread needles.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only, not medical advice or a prediction.

What this could lead to
If deep breathing or VR proves effective, patients may have simple, drug-free ways to reduce needle pain and anxiety.
What could go wrong
This is a single completed study with 264 adults; results may not apply to children or people with certain health conditions. The techniques may not work for everyone.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

Phase numbers describe drug development. The registry uses this when they do not apply, as it does for trials of devices, procedures or behaviour changes, and for observational studies.

Participants

264 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Feb 2024

Finished

Mar 2025

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

18 to 65 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Adults aged 18 to 65 * With the cognitive capacity to answer questionnaires * Requiring venipuncture in the forearm * Who agreed to participate voluntarily Exclusion Criteria: * Intolerance to virtual reality * Uncorrectable visual or hearing impairments * Alcohol or illegal drug use within the previous 12 hours * Heart disease * Chronic use of analgesics or anticoagulants * Skin conditions at the puncture site

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Acute Pain agnosia anxiety anxiety disorder Patient Satisfaction

As listed by the trial registrant

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Anxiety Breathing exercises Pain management Pain measurement Patient satisfaction Virtual reality

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Escuela de Medicina UAEH Campus Ramirez Ulloa

    Pachuca, Hidalgo, 400, Mexico

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