Virtual reality beats gas for Post-Surgery pain?
NCT ID NCT03956264
First seen Apr 14, 2026 · Last updated May 07, 2026 · Updated 3 times
Summary
This study tested whether using virtual reality (VR) can reduce anxiety and pain in patients recovering from heart surgery, specifically during the removal of chest drainage tubes. 200 adults who had just had heart surgery were randomly assigned to use VR or breathe nitrous oxide (laughing gas) during the procedure. The goal was to see if VR could be a better, drug-free option for managing discomfort.
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CMC Ambroise Paré
Neuilly-sur-Seine, Île-de-France Region, 92200, France
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