Using virtual reality to manage pain and anxiety during burn wound care
Efficacy of Virtual Reality as an Adjunct for Procedural Pain and Anxiety Management in Burn Wound Care: A Single-Center, Randomized Controlled Trial
This study tests if using virtual reality can help adults with burn injuries feel less pain and anxiety during their dressing changes compared to watching a nature video.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 100 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 65 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Al Hayah University In Cairo Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Cairo) |
| Trial ID | NCT06913270 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This clinical trial evaluates the effectiveness of immersive virtual reality (VR) as a complementary treatment to standard pain management during dressing changes for adult burn patients. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive either standard care with VR distraction or standard care with a non-VR distraction, such as watching a nature video. The study aims to measure procedural pain intensity and anxiety levels immediately after the procedure, along with patient satisfaction and physiological responses. This approach seeks to address previous limitations in VR studies for burn care by utilizing a more robust methodology.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adult burn patients aged 18-65 with partial-thickness burns scheduled for routine dressing changes.
Not a fit: Patients with cognitive impairments, severe motion sickness, or visual impairments that prevent the use of VR devices may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could significantly reduce pain and anxiety for burn patients during wound care procedures.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown promise in using VR for pain management, but this trial aims to provide more definitive evidence with a controlled approach.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: Adult burn patients (18-65 years) with confirmed partial-thickness burns. Scheduled for routine dressing changes. Able to provide informed consent. Baseline pain score of ≥4/10 during a dressing change session. Exclusion Criteria: Patients with cognitive impairment preventing comprehension of the intervention. History of severe motion sickness or visual impairments that preclude the use of VR devices. Patients with contraindications to standard analgesic care.
Where this trial is running
Cairo
- Faculty of Physical Therapy, Al Hayah University — Cairo, Egypt (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Ibrahim Zoheiry, Ph.D
- Email: ibrahim.alzoheiry@hotmail.com
- Phone: 1277774949
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.