VR goggles before the doctor: a 3-Minute tour to tame toddler anxiety?
NCT ID NCT07255365
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether letting children aged 3 to 5.5 watch a short 360-degree video of the clinic through VR goggles before their exam can reduce their fear and distress. Half of the 100 children will use the VR, while the other half will wait as usual. Researchers will measure crying, pain scores, and heart rate to see if the VR helps kids stay calm and makes the exam easier for the doctor.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Virtual reality 360° clinic walkthrough video
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a simple, drug-free way to help young children feel calmer and cooperate better during doctor visits.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with only 100 children. The VR experience may not work for all kids, and results may not apply to older children or different settings.
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SBÜ Sultangazi Haseki Training and Research Hospital
RECRUITINGIstanbul, Istanbul, 34010, Turkey (Türkiye)
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