Effects of music and emotional techniques on pain and anxiety during IUD placement
The Effect of Emotional Freedom Technique and Music Recital on Pain and Anxiety Experienced During Intrauterine Device Application
This study tests if using music or emotional techniques can help reduce pain and anxiety for women getting an IUD.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 168 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 49 Years |
| Sex | Female |
| Sponsor | Inonu University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Şırnak) |
| Trial ID | NCT06277726 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study investigates the impact of two non-pharmacological methods, emotional freedom technique and music, on pain and anxiety experienced during the application of intrauterine devices (IUDs). It aims to determine whether these methods can effectively alleviate discomfort and anxiety, which may deter women from choosing IUDs as a contraceptive option. Participants will be divided into three groups: one receiving emotional freedom technique, another listening to music, and a control group. The study seeks to compare the effectiveness of these interventions in reducing pain and anxiety during the IUD insertion process.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are women aged 18-49 who are considering an IUD for contraception.
Not a fit: Patients with psychiatric disorders, communication issues, or those who have previously had an IUD inserted may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide women with effective non-drug options to manage pain and anxiety during IUD placement.
How similar studies have performed: While the specific combination of emotional freedom technique and music for this purpose is novel, similar non-pharmacological approaches have shown promise in managing pain and anxiety in other medical procedures.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Voluntarily agreeing to participate in the research * Being between the ages of 18-49 Exclusion Criteria: * Having a verbal communication problem * Being medically diagnosed with a psychiatric disorder * Presence of wounds, scars and infections in the areas touched in the emotional freedom technique * Having a hearing problem * Having had an intrauterine device (IUD) inserted before * Being exposed to domestic violence * Being diagnosed with any medical condition (hypertension, diabetes, etc.) * Having used analgesics seven hours before the procedure * Having a gynecological examination just before IUD application
Where this trial is running
Şırnak
- Şırnak State Hospital — Şırnak, Turkey (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Ceylan GÜZEL İNAL, Lecturer — Şırnak Universty
- Study coordinator: Ceylan l GÜZEL İNAL, Lecturer
- Email: cylngzl@hotmail.com
- Phone: +905432588644
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.