CompletedNot Applicable

Utilization of Different Virtual Reality Experiences

United States32 participantsStarted 2021-02-01

Plain-language summary

This trial studies differences between a mindfulness and a gaming virtual reality (VR) experience as a means for preoperative anxiety management and postoperative pain management among patients after head and neck surgery. Investigators will assess differences in anxiety scores, pain scores, physiologic measures, and subjective patient experiences.

Who can participate

Age range18 Years – 89 Years

SexALL

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Inclusion Criteria: * Patients undergoing head and neck surgery * Are able to provide informed consent Exclusion Criteria: * Isolation precautions * Active eye discharge * Active nausea or vomiting * History of seizure, epilepsy, or hypersensitivity to flashing light * Expected to have wounds or wound care that prevent comfortable and safe use of the VR headset

What they're measuring

Change in patient-reported anxiety

Timeframe: baseline, and then 15 minutes later after VR use

Change in patient-reported pain

Timeframe: baseline, and then 15 minutes later after VR use

Trial details

NCT IDNCT04828980

SponsorOregon Health and Science University

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeINTERVENTIONAL

Primary completion2022-04-11

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