Virtual reality for kids with kidney disease on dialysis
Part of Mental health, Pain clinical trials.
This study tests whether virtual reality (VR) can help reduce anxiety and depression in children with end-stage kidney disease who are on hemodialysis through an arteriovenous fistula. It may offer a fun, drug-free way to feel better during treatment.
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Who can take part
- Your child must be between 8 and 18 years old.
- Your child must have end-stage kidney disease and be on regular hemodialysis using a working arteriovenous fistula (AVF).
- Your child must be fully alert and aware of time, people, and place.
- Your child must be feeling anxious, depressed, or both.
- Your child cannot use a temporary or permanent catheter for dialysis.
- Your child cannot have a mental illness, or problems with vision or hearing.
- Your child cannot be taking any pain relievers or antipsychotic drugs.
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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