Music therapy for children having repeated needle procedures
This study looks at whether music therapy can help reduce stress and pain for children facing repeated needle procedures. It may help your child feel calmer and more comfortable during these challenging moments.
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Who can take part
- You are a child (or the parent or caregiver of a child) between the ages of 5 and 12.
- The child is having repeated needle procedures, such as blood draws, IVs, injections, or lumbar punctures.
- Your family is willing to take part in music therapy sessions during procedures.
- You can fill out short questionnaires or talk with the research team in English or Norwegian.
- Your child is being cared for in an inpatient, outpatient, or palliative (comfort-focused) setting.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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