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Music Therapy for Labor Pain and Anxiety
Sponsor: University Tunis El Manar
Summary
This multicenter randomized controlled trial evaluates the effectiveness of music therapy in reducing pain and anxiety during the latent and active phases of labor in Tunisian women. Participants are randomized to receive either music therapy or standard care. Primary outcomes are pain (VAS) and anxiety (STAI-Y). Secondary outcomes include labor duration, maternal and fetal vital signs, neonatal outcomes, and maternal satisfaction.
Official title: Impact of Music Therapy on Labor Pain and Anxiety: A Randomized Controlled Trial in Tunisian Women
Key Details
Gender
FEMALE
Age Range
18 Years - 45 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
70
Start Date
2025-09
Completion Date
2025-11
Last Updated
2025-08-24
Healthy Volunteers
Yes
Conditions
Interventions
Music Therapy During Labor
This intervention involves the use of patient-selected, slow-tempo (60-80 bpm), non-lyrical instrumental music administered via headphones or speakers during the latent and active phases of labor. The music selection is guided to ensure therapeutic suitability (e.g., calming rhythm, absence of lyrics) and is delivered for a minimum of 30 minutes. The intervention is non-pharmacological, individualized, and adheres to WHO and clinical music therapy recommendations. It is distinguished by its personalized music choice, delivery timing, and structured application within labor progression monitoring.
Locations (1)
Ben Arous regional Hospital
Ben Arous, Tunisia