Virtual reality for pain relief in older ER patients
Part of Pain clinical trials.
This trial tests if using virtual reality along with standard pain medication helps reduce pain better than medication alone for older adults with muscle or joint pain in the emergency room.
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Who can take part
- You are 65 years or older.
- You are in the emergency room with muscle or joint pain (not from an injury).
- Your pain level is at least 4 out of 10.
- Your doctor decides you need pain medicine through an IV or shot.
- You are awake, alert, and know who you are, where you are, and what time it is.
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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