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Rubber band trick may take the sting out of IV needles

NCT ID NCT07659015

Symptom relief Sponsor: Necmettin Erbakan University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Aug 14, 2026 · Updated 3 times

Summary

This study tests whether using a hand extension rubber during IV insertion can reduce pain, anxiety, and improve satisfaction. Researchers will enroll 114 adults who need an IV and randomly assign them to use the rubber or not. The goal is to see if this simple, low-cost distraction helps make the procedure more comfortable.

What this could mean

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Active substance
hand extension rubber
What this could lead to
If it works, this simple distraction tool could make IV insertion less painful and stressful for patients.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with only 114 participants. The effect may be small or not apply to everyone.

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Study facts

What this study's own registry entry says, in plain language.

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

About 114 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Started

Aug 2026

Expected to finish

Oct 2026

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.

Ages

18 to 65 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Volunteers willing to participate in the study * Patients aged 18-65 * Patients who are alert and able to communicate verbally in Turkish * Patients assigned to the green zone during triage * Patients suitable for PICC placement in the left cephalic and basilic veins * Patients who are right-handed * Patients with a VAS pain score of 0 prior to the PIC procedure Exclusion Criteria: * Patients with acute or chronic pain * Patients with conditions that cause limited mobility, such as muscle disorders or grip dysfunction * Patients with peripheral neuropathy, arteriovenous fistula, or bilateral mastectomy * Patients with a psychiatric diagnosis (as self-reported) * Patients with communication impairments (hearing, speech, and vision) * Patients with a history of negative PIC procedure experiences Terminating Criteria: * Participants wishing to withdraw from the study at any stage after giving their consent * Failure of the PIC procedure * Failure to use the hand extension band until the end of the procedure * Occurrence of complications related to the PIC procedure during the procedure

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

anxiety anxiety disorder Pain Personal Satisfaction

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Anxiety Pain Satisfaction

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Necmettin Erbakan University

    Konya, Meram, Turkey (Türkiye)

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