Recruiting NA Child, Only

New treatment option for Child, Only

Official title The Effect of Therapeutic Play Applied Before Intramuscular Injection

ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07378995

What this study is testing

What it's testing
This research aims to evaluate the effectiveness of a therapeutic toy doll developed to reduce the levels of fear, anxiety and pain experienced by children aged 4-6 during intramuscular injection procedures. Children, especially at an early age, show great sensitivity towards medical procedures, and these processes can often cause pain, anxiety and fear.
  • Which group you join is decided by chance.

A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.

Who can take part

Ages 4 to 6. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.

You may be able to join if

  • Children aged 4-6 years,
  • Those who will receive intramuscular injections,
  • Those who have been prescribed Desefin flk 1x1 IM,
  • Children whose parents have given consent will be included in the study.

You likely can't join if

  • Those experiencing pain,
  • Those with hearing problems and communication barriers,
  • Those with chronic illnesses,
  • Those with mental and physical disabilities,
  • Those who have taken analgesics within the last 6 hours,
  • Children who have previously been hospitalised will not be included in the study.

The study team makes the final eligibility decision.

Where it's taking place

  • Erzurum, Turkey (Türkiye)

Questions & answers

Do participants get paid in this trial?

This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.

Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?

Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.

How long does this study last?

The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.

Who can join this trial?

This study is enrolling all sexes, 4 years to 6 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.

Where is this trial taking place?

Study sites include Erzurum, Turkey (Türkiye). Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.

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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.