VR goggles calm kids before scopes: study shows promise
NCT ID NCT07274111
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested whether using a virtual reality headset before a gastrointestinal endoscopy could help children aged 6 to 15 feel less anxious and have less pain afterward. Sixty-six children were split into two groups: one got standard care, the other got a short VR session with fun scenes like roller coasters or space. Researchers measured anxiety, pain, and recovery time to see if VR made a difference.
What this could mean
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- Active substance
- Virtual reality head-mounted display with immersive applications
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could offer a simple, drug-free way to help children feel calmer and recover faster during medical procedures.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, completed trial with only 66 children, so results may not apply to all kids or settings. VR might not work for everyone and could cause discomfort in some.
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Conditions
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Mansoura University
Al Mansurah, 35516, Egypt
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