Relaxation techniques for reducing pain and anxiety during screening mammography.

Domar, Alice D; Eyvazzadeh, Aimee; Allen, Sarah; Roman, Kara; Wolf, Rebecca; Orav, John; Albright, Nile; Baum, Janet · AJR Am J Roentgenol · 2005

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Abstract

The purpose of this study was to determine whether listening to a relaxation audiotape before and during mammography decreases subjective reports of pain and anxiety. Listening to a relaxation or music audiotape before and during mammography does not reduce subjective reports of anxiety or pain. Women undergoing screening mammography report minimal levels of distress.

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