Plain-English translation of NCT04708808 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗ ·
This study doesn't follow the usual testing phases — it may be an observational study or a different type of research.
This trial is testing whether music can help reduce pain and anxiety during a procedure called manual vacuum aspiration, which is used to safely manage early pregnancy loss. About half of participants will listen to music during their procedure, while the other half will receive standard care. Researchers believe that music may help calm the mind and reduce how much pain a woman experiences during this already stressful time.
Most women experience significant pain during this procedure, and current pain medications don't completely eliminate it. Because miscarriage is also emotionally difficult, anxiety can actually make pain feel worse. This study explores whether something as simple as music might help address both the physical and emotional aspects of the experience.
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If you enroll, you will be randomly assigned to either listen to music during your procedure or receive routine care without music. The procedure itself is brief and performed under local anesthesia. Before, during, and after the procedure, you will be asked about your pain levels and anxiety using standard questionnaires. Your participation helps researchers understand whether music can be a simple, safe way to improve comfort during this difficult medical experience.
AI-generated summary from trial data · Jun 26, 2026 · Not medical advice
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