Using virtual reality glasses to reduce pain and fear in children during suturing
The Effect of Video Watching With Virtual Reality Glasses on Pain and Fear of Children Presenting to the Emergency Department for Suture: A Randomized Controlled Study
This study tests whether virtual reality glasses can help reduce pain and fear in children aged 7-12 while they are getting stitches in the emergency room.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 84 (estimated) |
| Ages | 7 Years to 12 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Mersin University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Mersin, Akdeniz) |
| Trial ID | NCT05543876 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study investigates the effectiveness of virtual reality glasses as a distraction method for children aged 7-12 undergoing suturing in an emergency room setting. A total of 84 children will be randomly assigned to either a group using virtual reality glasses while receiving sutures or a control group. Pain and fear levels will be assessed using established scales before, during, and after the procedure. The study aims to determine if the use of virtual reality can significantly reduce pain and fear compared to standard care.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are children aged 7-12 who require suturing in the emergency room and can communicate in Turkish.
Not a fit: Patients outside the age range of 7-12 years or those with mental and developmental disabilities may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly alleviate pain and fear in children during invasive medical procedures.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown that distraction techniques, including virtual reality, can effectively reduce pain and anxiety in pediatric patients during medical procedures.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Children aged 7-12 years, * Suture the emergency room on 01 October 2022 - 31 March 2023 children applying for expulsion, * Informed volunteer signers (child and parent), * Children without mental and developmental retardation, * No history of epilepsy, * Have not taken painkillers in the last 6 hours, * There will be no stitches around the eyes and head (where the virtual reality glasses will coincide) kids * They are children who can speak and communicate in Turkish. Exclusion Criteria: * Children under 7 years old and over 12 years old, * Children who applied to the emergency room for suturing except between 01 October 2022 - 31 March 2023, * Those who did not sign the informed consent form (child and parent), * Children with mental and developmental retardation, with a history of epilepsy, * Have taken painkillers in the last 6 hours, * Stitches will be placed around the eyes and head (where the virtual reality glasses will coincide) kids * These are children who cannot speak Turkish and cannot be communicated.
Where this trial is running
Mersin, Akdeniz
- Mersin Toros Public Hospital — Mersin, Akdeniz, Turkey (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Zühal Artuvan
- Email: zuhalartuvan@gmail.com
- Phone: +9003242337180
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.