Stress Ball and Video Distraction During Pediatric Enema (NCT07695428) | Clinical Trial Compass
CompletedNot Applicable
Stress Ball and Video Distraction During Pediatric Enema
Turkey (Türkiye)72 participantsStarted 2026-02-01
Plain-language summary
This randomized controlled trial aims to evaluate the effects of stress ball use and video distraction during enema administration on fear, anxiety, and pain levels in children treated in the pediatric emergency department. Children aged 6-12 years will be randomly assigned to either the stress ball group or the video distraction group. Fear, anxiety, and pain will be assessed using validated measurement tools before, during, and after the procedure. The findings are expected to provide evidence for effective non-pharmacological interventions to improve children's comfort during enema administration.
Who can participate
Age range
6 Years – 12 Years
Sex
ALL
See this in plain English?
AI-rewrites the medical criteria so a patient or caregiver can understand them. Always confirm with the trial site.
Children aged 6-12 years Admitted to the pediatric emergency department Scheduled for enema administration due to functional constipation or abdominal distension Able to communicate in Turkish No cognitive or neurological impairment No diagnosis of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder No analgesic medication use within the previous 6 hours Written informed consent provided by the parent or legal guardian and assent provided by the child
Exclusion Criteria:
Acute abdominal conditions requiring emergency surgery Diagnosis of Hirschsprung disease or inflammatory bowel disease Severe visual or hearing impairment that prevents participation Refusal of the child or parent to participate Inability to complete the study procedures
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?
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Questions for the trial coordinator
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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
1
Fear Level
Timeframe: Before and immediately after enema administration.
2
Anxiety Level
Timeframe: Before and immediately after enema administration.