Comparison of the Effect of Body Position (Supine and Semi-Fowler's) on Pain Level During Invasiv… (NCT07547137) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Comparison of the Effect of Body Position (Supine and Semi-Fowler's) on Pain Level During Invasive Procedures in Children Aged 1-6 Years
64 participantsStarted 2026-07-20
Plain-language summary
The purpose of this clinical trial is to find out whether different body positions (lying on the back or semi-sitting) can reduce pain in children aged 1-6 years during procedures such as blood sampling and intravenous line insertion.
This study will be conducted specifically with children aged 1-6 years and aims to determine which position is less painful for them.
The main questions this study aims to answer are:
Which position causes less pain: lying on the back (supine) or semi-sitting (Semi-Fowler's)? Does the level of pain experienced by children during the procedure change depending on the position? The researchers will compare children in these two different positions to evaluate which one results in less pain.
What is expected from participants:
Children will undergo routine hospital procedures such as blood sampling or intravenous line insertion.
During the procedure, children will be randomly placed in either the supine or semi-sitting position.
Researchers will observe and record the child's pain level using a special assessment scale.
This study aims to identify the most suitable position that may help children feel less pain during these procedures.
Who can participate
Age range
1 Year – 6 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* Children aged 1-6 years
* Children presenting to the emergency department for invasive procedures (intravenous catheter insertion)
* Children whose parents have provided written informed consent
* Children without any chronic illness
* Children undergoing only invasive procedures such as intravenous catheter insertion or blood sampling
* Children not using analgesics regularly
Exclusion Criteria:
* Children with chronic pain or those using analgesics
* Children outside the 1-6 years age range
* Children with neurological or psychiatric disorders
* Children with physical disabilities that prevent appropriate positioning for the invasive procedure
* Children whose parents do not provide consent for participation
Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
Generated to help you prepare — always confirm anything about your own eligibility and care with the study team and your doctor.
Questions for the trial coordinator
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.
What they're measuring
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Pain level during invasive procedure (FLACC score)