PAIN, PROCEDURAL

This study tested whether vibration therapy, alone or with cold, could reduce pain and anxiety when chest tubes are removed after heart bypass surgery. 93 adults were randomly assigned to vibration, vibration plus cold, or standard care. Results showed both vibration methods sign…

This study tested whether virtual reality (VR) could help children aged 5-17 feel less pain and anxiety during a kidney biopsy, possibly reducing the need for sedation drugs. 32 children participated, and most said they would recommend VR to others. The results suggest VR is a we…

This study tested whether wearing a virtual reality mask during blood draws and skin prick tests can reduce pain and anxiety in allergic children aged 7 to 13. 300 kids from two hospitals took part. The goal was to see if distracting them with VR makes these procedures easier.

This study tested whether virtual reality (VR) goggles could distract children ages 5-21 during a blood draw, reducing their pain and anxiety. Half of the 126 hospitalized children received standard care (numbing cream), while the other half also wore VR goggles. Researchers meas…

This study tested whether using bandages printed with cartoon characters could help children aged 6-11 feel less fear, stress, and pain during burn dressing changes. 42 children with second-degree burns were randomly assigned to receive either cartoon-printed or plain bandages. T…

This study tested two simple, drug-free ways to reduce pain when inserting needles for dialysis. 75 adults were split into three groups: one listened to calming music, one looked at their healthy arm in a mirror, and one received usual care. Pain levels were measured right after …