Using virtual reality and AI to improve wound care for pressure injuries
Investigation of Learning Effectiveness and Self-efficacy of Caregivers in Pressure Injury Wound Care Before and After Virtual Reality and AI Wound-detecting System Intervention
This study is testing if training caregivers with virtual reality and AI tools can help them change wound dressings for pressure injuries better than just using regular health education.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 92 (estimated) |
| Ages | 20 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | National Taiwan University Hospital Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Taipei) |
| Trial ID | NCT06367179 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This experimental study focuses on enhancing the self-efficacy and correctness of wound dressing changes among caregivers of pressure injury patients. Participants will be divided into an experimental group, which will receive training through virtual reality and an AI wound-detecting system, and a control group that will receive traditional health education. Pre-tests and post-tests will evaluate the effectiveness of the interventions on caregivers' skills and confidence. The study aims to address the challenges faced by non-medical caregivers in managing pressure injuries effectively.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are caregivers of pressure injury patients who are over 20 years old and can communicate effectively in Mandarin or Taiwanese.
Not a fit: Patients who are unable to communicate in Mandarin or Taiwanese or those with cognitive impairments may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly improve caregivers' confidence and skills in managing pressure injuries, leading to better patient outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: While the use of virtual reality and AI in healthcare is emerging, this specific approach to pressure injury care is relatively novel and has not been extensively tested in similar studies.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: 1. Actual age is over 20 years old. 2. Those who can communicate smoothly in Mandarin and Taiwanese, or those who have the ability to read Chinese. 3. Caregivers of patients with pressure injuries. Exclusion Criteria: 1. Those who suffer from mental or intelligence-related diseases or whose cognitive abilities are insufficient to answer the questionnaire questions. 2. Those who are unable to complete basic demographic information.
Where this trial is running
Taipei
- National Taiwan University Hospital — Taipei, Taiwan (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: HSIAO-LING YANG, Ph. D.
- Email: slyang@ntu.edu.tw
- Phone: 02-2312-3456
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.