CompletedNot Applicable

Virtual Reality Goggle Utilization for Venipuncture Distraction

United States126 participantsStarted 2021-07-16

Plain-language summary

This is a randomized non-blinded trial evaluating the effect of virtual reality goggles on perceived pain and anxiety scores during venipuncture on hospitalized children ages 5-21. We will randomized patients to either standard of care (including Lidocaine 2.5%/Prilocaine 2.5% cream as a topical anesthetic 60-240 minutes prior to venipuncture) or standard of care plus virtual reality goggles.

Who can participate

Age range5 Years – 21 Years

SexALL

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Inclusion Criteria: patients aged 5-21 years old admitted to the 6th floor of the inpatient unit who are scheduled for a venipuncture during morning phlebotomy rounds Exclusion Criteria: Patients developmentally or physically not appropriate to use the VR equipment as determined by their parent, guardian or healthcare provider, if there is discomfort related to wearing the goggles (for example: recent neurosurgery, migraines, hardware on head), patient have photosensitive seizures or infectious concern such as scabies, lice, COVID-19 that can't reliably be disinfected. Patient (\>18) or Parent or guardian (for patient \< 18) that does not speak English, Spanish or Arabic will be excluded. If patient refuses Lidocaine 2.5%/Prilocaine 2.5% cream use they will also be excluded from the study. \-

What they're measuring

Change in Perceived Pain Scale

Timeframe: Approximately 1 hour prior to venipuncture and again immediately after venipuncture

Trial details

NCT IDNCT04479735

SponsorMontefiore Medical Center

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeINTERVENTIONAL

Primary completion2025-10-20

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