Three Distraction Methods for Pain Reduction During Colonoscopy

Colonoscopy is a common procedure to evaluate the gastrointestinal tract. The colonoscopy procedure can sometimes be uncomfortable and painful for the patient. The aim of this study was to compare the effects on pain and anxiety of distraction methods used during colonoscopy. Single centre, randomized, parallel-group trial. Endoscopy unit of a training and research hospital in northern Turkey A total of 120 patients were recruited and randomized into four groups as music, stress ball, video, and control group. The data were collected using Visual Analog Scale for pain and satisfaction, State-Trait Anxiety Inventory for anxiety, and hemodynamic parameters. Data collection continues