~9 spots leftby Jun 2025

Soundscapes for Surgery-Related Pain and Anxiety Management

Recruiting in Palo Alto (17 mi)
Overseen byEllen Meltzer, MD, MS
Age: 18+
Sex: Any
Travel: May Be Covered
Time Reimbursement: Varies
Trial Phase: Academic
Waitlist Available
Sponsor: Mayo Clinic
No Placebo Group

Trial Summary

What is the purpose of this trial?This trial is testing whether playing calming sounds during outpatient vascular surgery can help reduce pain, stress, anxiety, heart rate, and blood pressure. Adult patients undergoing these procedures will either have the surgery with or without the immersive soundscape. The goal is to see if the soothing sounds make the experience more comfortable for patients. Music has been used historically for therapeutic purposes, including reducing stress and anxiety in various medical settings.

Eligibility Criteria

This trial is for English-speaking adults who are undergoing outpatient vascular surgery for varicose veins. It's not suitable for those who need an interpreter or can't consent.

Inclusion Criteria

I am an adult who speaks English.

Exclusion Criteria

I am unable to understand or sign a consent form.
I need an English interpreter.

Participant Groups

The study is testing whether immersive soundscapes can help reduce pain, stress, anxiety and improve heart rate and blood pressure during the procedure.
2Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Active Control
Group I: Immersive Soundscapes EnvironmentExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Subjects having venous ablation OR port removal with Vascular Surgery at Mayo Clinic will have relaxing music and relaxing sounds played during the procedure.
Group II: Control EnvironmentActive Control1 Intervention
Subjects having venous ablation OR port removal with Vascular Surgery at Mayo Clinic will have no music played during the procedure.

Find a Clinic Near You

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Mayo Clinic ArizonaPhoenix, AZ
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?

Mayo ClinicLead Sponsor

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