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Talking toy takes the ouch out of needles for tots

NCT ID NCT07127432

Symptom relief Sponsor: Koç University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Summary

This study tested whether a colorful, interactive toy called the Storytelling Caterpillar could help children aged 3 to 6 feel less pain and anxiety during a blood draw. 140 children were randomly assigned to either use the toy during the procedure or receive standard care. Researchers measured pain, fear, and anxiety levels, as well as how satisfied parents were with the experience.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Storytelling Caterpillar toy (a plastic interactive storytelling device)
What this could lead to
If effective, this toy could offer a simple, drug-free way to reduce pain and anxiety for young children during needle procedures.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed trial with 140 children, so results may not apply to all settings. The toy may not work for every child or reduce pain significantly.

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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

140 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Jun 2024

Finished

Jun 2025

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

3 to 6 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * being between 3 and 6 years of age, * having a parent who voluntarily agreed to participate in the study. Exclusion Criteria: * having a chronic illness requiring regular invasive procedures, * having received analgesics within the past 2 hours, * having experienced a seizure within the past 2 hours, * using antiepileptic medication, * having a body temperature above 37.5°C * not having parental consent, * being agitated at the time of the procedure, * having any auditory or visual impairments.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

anxiety disorder Pain Personal Satisfaction

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Children, preschool Pain and anxiety

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Başakşehir Çam and Sakura City Hospital

    Istanbul, Başakşehir, 34480, Turkey (Türkiye)

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