Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Interventional Ages 21 to 70 Women only

Using music to reduce anxiety and pain during surgery

Official title: The Use of Perioperative Music Listening on Anxiety, Pain, Analgesia Use and Patient Satisfaction in Patients Undergoing Surgery

Run by KK Women's and Children's Hospital · NCT03415620 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study tests if listening to music can help reduce anxiety and pain for people having surgery.

Quick facts

Study typeInterventional
Ages21 Years to 70 Years
SexWomen only
Enrollment410 (estimated)
SponsorKK Women's and Children's Hospital
Government
Locations1 site (Singapore)
StatusRecruiting
StartedJanuary 3, 2018
Main results expectedDecember 31, 2026
Study endsDecember 31, 2027
Registry record updatedAugust 7, 2026
Trial IDNCT03415620 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates include healthy individuals classified as ASA 1 and 2 who are undergoing day surgery or cesarean sections without hearing impairments.

Probably not a fit

Patients with significant respiratory diseases or those unable to understand the anxiety questionnaire may not benefit from this study.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

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.

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 gone: Previous studies have shown positive outcomes with music therapy in perioperative settings, suggesting a promising avenue for further investigation.

Who can join: the full rules

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 it's running

  • KK Women's and Children's Hospital
    Singapore, Singapore
    Recruiting

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.