Virtual reality for anxiety and pain before surgery
Part of Mental health, Pain clinical trials.
This trial tests if watching a calming virtual reality experience before orthopedic surgery can help reduce anxiety, pain, and stress. It may be a good option if you are having orthopedic surgery with spinal anesthesia.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- You are scheduled for orthopedic surgery and will have spinal anesthesia.
- You do not have an anxiety disorder, are able to see and hear normally, are fully awake, and can read Chinese.
- You have a low to moderate health risk (Class I to III on the ASA physical status scale).
- You have not had a head injury in the past, do not have a history of dizziness, and are not expected to need intensive care after surgery.
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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