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Technology-Based Distractions for Minor Procedures
Sponsor: Stanford University
Summary
The purpose of this study is to determine if non-invasive distracting devices (Virtual Reality headset, Augmented Reality Headset) are more effective than the standard of care (i.e., no technology-based distraction) for decreasing anxiety and pain scores in pediatric patients undergoing various minor procedures (i.e lumbar punctures and cardiac catheterization). The anticipated primary outcome will be a reduction of overall cumulative medication and secondary outcomes include but are not limited to: physician satisfaction, discharge time, pain scores, anxiety scores, and procedure time.
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
4 Years - 17 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
200
Start Date
2026-05-01
Completion Date
2027-04-30
Last Updated
2026-03-23
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
Standard of Care
Participant is allowed to use what they will use as a distraction tool while they are receiving treatment.
Immersive technology
Participants will be randomly assigned to one of the following four groups; VR headsets, a bluetooth haptic device (Buddy Guard), a screen and projector (BERT), and a tablets with a game. Participant's anxiety will be assessed and pre- and post-intervention assessments will be completed.
Locations (1)
Lucile Packard Children's Hospital Stanford
Palo Alto, California, United States