NCT07518953 Effect of Music on Pain and Anxiety During Nail Biopsies
| NCT ID | NCT07518953 |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Phase | — |
| Sponsor | Weill Medical College of Cornell University |
| Condition | Procedural Anxiety |
| Study Type | INTERVENTIONAL |
| Enrollment | 30 participants |
| Start Date | 2026-06-18 |
| Primary Completion | 2027-01 |
Eligibility & Interventions
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This trial targets 30 participants in total. It began in 2026-06-18 with a primary completion date of 2027-01.
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Brief Summary
This study is looking at whether listening to music during a nail biopsy can reduce pain and anxiety. Patients scheduled for a nail biopsy at the Weill Cornell Medicine dermatology clinic will be randomly assigned to either listen to a calming instrumental/classical music playlist during their procedure or receive standard care without music. After the procedure, participants will complete short questionnaires rating their pain, anxiety, and overall satisfaction. The goal is to determine whether a simple, low-cost music intervention can improve the experience of patients undergoing nail biopsies.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Male or female ≥18 years of age * Scheduled to undergo nail biopsy at the Weill Cornell Medicine dermatology clinic * Able to provide informed consent * Able to read and understand English Exclusion Criteria: * Significant hearing impairment that would prevent ability to hear the music intervention * Cognitive impairment that would prevent completion of study questionnaires * Unable or unwilling to provide informed consent
Contact & Investigator
Shari R Lipner, MD, PhD
PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR
Weill Cornell Medicine, Department of Dermatology
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can join the NCT07518953 clinical trial?
This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 18 Years or older, studying Procedural Anxiety. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.
Is NCT07518953 currently recruiting?
Yes, NCT07518953 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at shl9032@med.cornell.edu for enrollment information.
Where is the NCT07518953 trial being conducted?
This trial is being conducted at New York, United States.
Who is sponsoring the NCT07518953 clinical trial?
NCT07518953 is sponsored by Weill Medical College of Cornell University. The principal investigator is Shari R Lipner, MD, PhD at Weill Cornell Medicine, Department of Dermatology. The trial plans to enroll 30 participants.
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