Virtual Reality for Intraoperative Anxiolysis and Postoperative Agitation in Elderely Hip Arthrop… (NCT07705451) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Virtual Reality for Intraoperative Anxiolysis and Postoperative Agitation in Elderely Hip Arthroplasty Patients
40 participantsStarted 2026-07-10
Plain-language summary
This study evaluates the effectiveness of Virtual Reality (VR) as a non-pharmacological intervention to reduce intraoperative anxiety and postoperative agitation in elderly patients undergoing elective hip arthroplasty under regional anesthesia. Half of the patients will experience an immersive, calming nature-based VR environment during the surgery, while the control group will receive standard care.
Who can participate
Age range
45 Months – 75 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* Patients scheduled for elective cemented or uncemented hip arthroplasty under regional (spinal or epidural) anesthesia.
* ASA physical status I-III.
* Mentally capable of providing informed consent.
Exclusion Criteria:
* Pre-existing cognitive impairment or dementia (as assessed by the Mini-Mental State Examination).
* Severe uncorrected visual or hearing impairments that prevent VR device tolerance.
* Severe psychiatric disorders (e.g., schizophrenia, bipolar disorder).
* General contraindications to regional anesthesia (e.g., localized back infection, severe coagulopathy).
* Inability to physically tolerate or adjust to the VR headset
Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
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Questions for the trial coordinator
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.
What they're measuring
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Postoperative Agitation
Timeframe: From the immediate arrival at the post-anesthesia care unit (PACU) up to 6 hours postoperatively.