PAIN, PROCEDURAL

This study tested whether wearing a virtual reality mask during blood draws and allergy skin tests helps children aged 7 to 13 feel less pain and anxiety. About 300 kids from two hospitals took part. The goal was to see if distracting them with VR makes these procedures easier to…

This study tested whether using bandages printed with cartoon characters helps children feel less fear, stress, and pain during burn dressing changes. 42 children aged 6-11 with second-degree burns were randomly assigned to get either cartoon or plain bandages. The goal was to se…

This study tested whether using a vibrating device, alone or with a cold gel pack, could reduce pain and anxiety when chest tubes are removed after coronary artery bypass surgery. 93 patients were split into three groups: vibration only, vibration plus cold, or standard care. Res…

This study tested whether using a virtual reality (VR) headset during a kidney biopsy could help children feel less pain and anxiety, possibly reducing the need for sedation. Thirty-two children aged 5 to 17 used a VR headset showing a game during the procedure. The main goal was…

This study tested whether virtual reality goggles can reduce pain and anxiety during blood draws in hospitalized children aged 5 to 21. Half of the 126 participants received standard care (including numbing cream), while the other half also wore VR goggles before and during the p…

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