Using Virtual Reality to Help Pediatric Burn Patients
Effects of Virtual Reality as an Adjunctive to Transverse Friction Massage in Pediatric Burn Patients
NA · Riphah International University · NCT05973162
This study is testing if using virtual reality during treatment can help children with elbow burn injuries feel less pain and anxiety while improving their movement.
Quick facts
| Phase | NA |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 30 (estimated) |
| Ages | 6 Years to 18 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Riphah International University (other) |
| Drugs / interventions | radiation |
| Locations | 1 site (Islamabad, Punjab) |
| Trial ID | NCT05973162 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This clinical trial aims to evaluate the effectiveness of Virtual Reality (VR) as an adjunct to transverse friction massage in pediatric patients with elbow burn injuries. The study will involve children aged 6 to 18 with acute grade 2 burns, focusing on reducing pain and anxiety while enhancing the range of motion in the affected area. Participants will engage in VR training during treatment sessions, which is designed to distract them from pain and discomfort associated with their injuries. The trial will take place in burn units in Rawalpindi and Islamabad, utilizing a randomized controlled design to assess outcomes.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are children aged 6 to 18 with acute grade 2 burn injuries to the elbow region.
Not a fit: Patients with motion sickness, deep burns, or other conditions that prevent the use of VR equipment may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly reduce pain and anxiety in pediatric burn patients while improving their recovery outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promising results using VR for pain management in various medical contexts, suggesting potential success for this novel application in pediatric burn care.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Willingly participated in the study. * Age group:6-18. * Gender: both Male and Female * Acute burn injuries of elbow region (grade 2) * Superficial wounds healing phase( 5-10) days * TBSA is less than 20% Exclusion Criteria * Motion sickness * History of seizure activity * Burns on body region that impede use of VR equipment (ears, eyes, head) * Deep burn (Grade 3,4) * Fractures
Where this trial is running
Islamabad, Punjab
- Burn units of Rawalpindi/Islamabad (PIMS hospital, Max Health hospital) — Islamabad, Punjab, Pakistan (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Kinza Anwar, MS-OMPT — Riphah International University
- Study coordinator: Kinza Anwar, MS-OMPT
- Email: kinza.anwar@riphah.edu.pk
- Phone: +92-3239735427
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.
Conditions: Burns Elbows, Pediatric ALL, Virtual Reality, Pediatric burn patients,, transverse friction massage, Elbow burn injuries