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NCT05888038 Virtual Reality's Effect on Decreasing Pain and Subsequent Opioid Use in Pediatric Patients in the Post-Operative Period Following Scoliosis Repair

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NCT ID NCT05888038
Status Recruiting
Phase
Sponsor Northwell Health
Condition Scoliosis; Juvenile
Study Type INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment 50 participants
Start Date 2022-09-03
Primary Completion 2024-09-30

Eligibility & Interventions

Sex All sexes
Min Age 7 Years
Max Age 21 Years
Study Type INTERVENTIONAL
Interventions
virtual reality

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What to Expect as a Participant

You will actively receive the study intervention — which may be a drug, biologic, device, or procedure.

This trial targets 50 participants in total. It began in 2022-09-03 with a primary completion date of 2024-09-30.

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Brief Summary

The goal of this study is to determine whether introducing VR in the immediate post-operative period following scoliosis repair can reduce perceived pain and stress in pediatric patients and in turn ultimately decrease opioid use. Based on previous studies that have been performed in other fields of pediatrics showing a decrease in pain and stress with VR use, the investigators hypothesize that VR will significantly decrease patient's reported level of pain and stress immediately following the VR session, and that patients will require less opioids during their inpatient stay as a result.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria: * all pediatric patients post scoliosis repair * age 7-21 Exclusion Criteria: * age less than 7 years; * history of seizures, epilepsy, * history of motion sickness/balance problems, * susceptibility to migraines * currently pregnant

Contact & Investigator

Central Contact

Eleny Romanos-Sirakis

✉ eromanos@northwell.edu

📞 718-226-6435

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can join the NCT05888038 clinical trial?

This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 7 Years or older, up to 21 Years, studying Scoliosis; Juvenile. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.

Is NCT05888038 currently recruiting?

Yes, NCT05888038 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at eromanos@northwell.edu for enrollment information.

Where is the NCT05888038 trial being conducted?

This trial is being conducted at Staten Island, United States.

Who is sponsoring the NCT05888038 clinical trial?

NCT05888038 is sponsored by Northwell Health. The trial plans to enroll 50 participants.

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