Atopic Dermatitis study: Virtual Reality Distraction vs Standard Treatment
Official title Virtual Reality for Pain Management During Dupilumab Injection
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06182436
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This study wants to find out if playing a virtual reality game makes injections less painful and less scary than usual care. It also checks if side effects are the same in both groups.
- Who it's for
- The study is looking for children aged 6 to 17 who have moderate to severe atopic dermatitis (a type of eczema).
- What's involved
- Participants will receive dupilumab injections twice. In one visit, they will play a virtual reality game during the shot. In the other, they will receive standard care with simple distractions. Researchers will measure pain and anxiety before and after each visit.
- Time commitment
- The study involves two visits where participants receive injections and complete pain and anxiety questionnaires.
Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 6 to 17
You may be able to join if
- between the ages of 6 to 17 years old,
- suffering from moderate to severe atopic dermatitis and receiving or about to start subcutaneous injections of dupilumab,
- in the presence of a consenting parent who can understand, read, and write either French or English.
You likely can't join if
- have a diagnosed cognitive impairment precluding them from playing a virtual reality game,
- suffer from epilepsy considering the nature of the intervention,
- cannot be in a sitting position during the procedure as the virtual reality game requires an angle of at least 30 degrees for head-tracking.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
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How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 6 years to 17 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at Montreal, Quebec, Canada. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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