Virtual reality goggles ease pain and fear during kidney stone procedure

NCT ID NCT06804928

First seen Dec 16, 2025 · Last updated May 13, 2026 · Updated 17 times

Summary

This study tested whether wearing virtual reality (VR) glasses during a kidney stone treatment called ESWL can lower patients' pain, anxiety, and improve comfort. Seventy adults having ESWL for the first time took part. Researchers measured pain, anxiety, and comfort levels using standard scales to see if VR made the experience better.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Samsun Gazi State Hospital

    Samsun, Merkez, 55070, Turkey (Türkiye)

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