Virtual reality education to ease anxiety before orthopedic surgery
Part of Mental health, Pain clinical trials.
This trial tests whether using a virtual reality (VR) educational program before surgery can help reduce anxiety and pain in people having orthopedic surgery. It may help you feel more prepared and calm before your operation.
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Who can take part
- You are at least 18 years old.
- You are scheduled for orthopedic surgery (bone or joint) and will have spinal anesthesia (numbing from the waist down).
- You do not have a diagnosed anxiety disorder and you have no problems seeing or hearing.
- You are fully conscious and can read and understand Chinese.
- You have no history of head injury or dizziness, and you 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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