PAIN, PROCEDURAL

This study tested whether virtual reality (VR) could help children aged 5-17 feel less pain and anxiety during a kidney biopsy, possibly reducing the need for sedation drugs. 32 children participated, and the results showed that most parents and patients would recommend VR to oth…

This study tested whether vibration therapy, alone or with cold, could reduce pain and anxiety when chest tubes are removed after heart bypass surgery. 93 adults were randomly assigned to vibration, vibration plus cold, or standard care. Results showed both vibration methods lowe…

This study tested whether virtual reality (VR) goggles could help children ages 5-21 feel less pain and anxiety during a blood draw. Half of the 126 hospitalized kids received standard care (numbing cream), while the other half also wore VR goggles during the procedure. Researche…

This study looked at whether using bandages with cartoon characters on them can help children aged 6 to 11 feel less fear, stress, and pain during burn dressing changes. The children were randomly assigned to get either cartoon-printed or plain bandages. Researchers measured thei…

This study tested whether wearing a virtual reality mask during blood tests and skin prick tests can reduce pain and anxiety in allergic children aged 7 to 13. About 300 kids took part across two hospitals. The goal was to see if VR distraction makes these routine procedures less…

This study tested two simple, drug-free ways to reduce pain when inserting needles for dialysis. 75 adults were split into three groups: one listened to calming music, one looked at their healthy arm in a mirror, and one received usual care. Pain levels were measured right after …