Virtual reality for pain relief after knee replacement surgery
Part of Mental health, Pain clinical trials.
This trial tests if using virtual reality during a post-surgery knee exercise can help reduce pain and anxiety in patients who just had their first knee replacement. The goal is to see if a relaxing VR experience makes the recovery process more comfortable.
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Who can take part
- You had your first knee replacement surgery
- You are on day 2 after surgery
- You can see and hear well enough to use a virtual reality headset
- You are alert and able to understand what's happening around you
- You do not have a history of severe dizziness (vertigo), high blood pressure, or take certain sleep or anxiety medicines
- You are willing to take part in the study
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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