Technology-Based Distractions for Minor Procedures
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.
Eligibility
- Age range
- 4–17 years
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- No
Inclusion Criteria: * Pediatric patient age between 4-17 * English speaking * Parental consent/patient assent * Undergoing minor procedure(s) at LPCH or Stanford Hospital Exclusion Criteria: * Patient does not consent * Legal guardian not present to obtain consent * Patient with a significant neurological condition or major developmental disability * Patient experiencing nausea * Patient with active infection of the face or hand * A history of severe motion sickness * A history of visual problems * A history of seizures caused by flashing light * Major surgery within the last 48 hours * Pat…
Interventions
- BehavioralStandard of Care
Participant is allowed to use what they will use as a distraction tool while they are receiving treatment.
- BehavioralImmersive 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.
Location
- Lucile Packard Children's Hospital StanfordPalo Alto, California