Music therapy for kids having needle procedures
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests if music therapy sessions can help children (ages 5-12) and their families feel calmer during repeated needle procedures like blood draws, IVs, or spinal taps. The goal is to make these experiences less stressful.
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Who can take part
- You are a child between 5 and 12 years old who needs repeated needle procedures.
- Or you are a parent or caregiver of such a child.
- You are willing to take part in music therapy sessions.
- You can fill out short questionnaires or talk in an interview.
- You are being treated in a hospital, clinic, or palliative care 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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