Using music to reduce anxiety and pain during surgery
The Use of Perioperative Music Listening on Anxiety, Pain, Analgesia Use and Patient Satisfaction in Patients Undergoing Surgery
This study tests if listening to music can help reduce anxiety and pain for people having surgery.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 410 (estimated) |
| Ages | 21 Years to 70 Years |
| Sex | Female |
| Sponsor | KK Women's and Children's Hospital Government |
| Locations | 1 site (Singapore) |
| Trial ID | NCT03415620 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study investigates the effectiveness of music listening as a non-pharmacological intervention to alleviate pain and anxiety in patients undergoing surgery. A total of 300 patients will be recruited to select music from various genres before and after their surgical procedures. The study will measure outcomes such as pain scores, anxiety levels, analgesic use, patient satisfaction, and quality of life. By analyzing the impact of different types and durations of music, the research aims to enhance patient recovery and satisfaction in the perioperative setting.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates include healthy individuals classified as ASA 1 and 2 who are undergoing day surgery or cesarean sections without hearing impairments.
Not a fit: Patients with significant respiratory diseases or those unable to understand the anxiety questionnaire may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could provide a cost-effective and safe method to improve patient comfort and satisfaction during surgical procedures.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown positive outcomes with music therapy in perioperative settings, suggesting a promising avenue for further investigation.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Healthy participants who are American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) 1 and 2 (with well-controlled medical problems); * Undergo day surgery, same-day-admission gynecologic surgery or cesarean section; * No hearing impairment. Exclusion Criteria: * Patients with significant respiratory disease and obstructive sleep apnea; * Patients who are unable to read and understand the hospital anxiety questionnaire.
Where this trial is running
Singapore
- KK Women's and Children's Hospital — Singapore, Singapore (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Ban Leong Sng, MBBS, MMED — KK Women's and Children's Hospital
- Study coordinator: Ban Leong Sng, MBBS, MMED
- Email: sng.ban.leong@singhealth.com.sg
- Phone: +6563941081
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.