Virtual reality during numbing for surgery
Part of Mental health, Pain clinical trials.
This trial tests whether using virtual reality before and during regional anesthesia (a numbing injection) helps reduce pain and anxiety during the procedure. If it works, it could make the experience more comfortable without extra medication.
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Who can take part
- You are scheduled for surgery at Cedars-Sinai and will receive regional anesthesia (numbing a specific area for pain control).
- You are between 18 and 64 years old.
- You can understand and agree to participate (give informed consent).
- You do not have significant vision problems that prevent you from using virtual reality.
- You are not pregnant and have no history of seizures, dementia, or cognitive impairment.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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