VR goggles and rain sounds could take the sting out of IV needles
Symptom relief
Completed
This study tested whether wearing virtual reality glasses or listening to white noise (rain sounds) can reduce pain and anxiety during IV insertion in adults. 76 participants were randomly assigned to one of three groups: VR, white noise, or standard care. Pain and anxiety were m…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Gizem Göktuna • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC