VR goggles soothe scared kids at the doctor

NCT ID NCT07280910

First seen Dec 15, 2025 · Last updated May 23, 2026 · Updated 28 times

Summary

This study tested if using virtual reality (VR) can reduce anxiety in children aged 6-15 during medical procedures like blood draws. Researchers measured heart rate, blood pressure, and fear levels before and after VR. They also looked at how VR affected parents' anxiety and nurses' satisfaction. The goal was to see if VR makes the hospital experience less stressful for everyone.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Virginia Commonwealth University

    Richmond, Virginia, 23298, United States

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