Music eases pain and embarrassment during invasive bladder testing, study finds
NCT ID NCT07207746
First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated Jun 23, 2026 · Updated 28 times
Summary
This study tested whether listening to calming classical music during urodynamic testing—an invasive procedure that checks how well the bladder works—can reduce pain and embarrassment. 90 adults scheduled for the test were randomly assigned to listen to music or not. Researchers measured pain and embarrassment levels before, during, and after the procedure, along with bladder function results. The goal is to find a simple, non-drug way to improve patient comfort during this common but uncomfortable test.
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Kocaeli University
İzmit, Kocaeli, 41000, Turkey (Türkiye)
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Active substance
Music listening (slow-tempo instrumental classical music via headphones)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a simple, drug-free way to make urodynamic testing less painful and embarrassing for patients.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed trial with only 90 participants. The effect may be modest or not apply to everyone, and music cannot replace medical care for serious conditions.
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