Video game slashes opioid use in young cancer patients!
NCT ID NCT05466994
First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 12, 2026 · Updated 35 times
Summary
This study tested if playing an augmented reality game called SpellBound could help children with cancer feel less pain and need fewer opioids after surgery. 29 kids aged 5-15 who had never taken opioids before took part. The goal was to see if the game could make recovery easier and safer.
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Locations
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M D Anderson Cancer Center
Houston, Texas, 77030, United States
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Texas Children's Hospital
Houston, Texas, 77030, United States
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