Clinical trial for Situational Anxiety
Official title Impact of Therapy Dogs on Child Anxiety and Behavior During Local Anesthesia for Dental Procedures
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06725134
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The study aims to find out if having a therapy dog present makes children more comfortable when they receive numbing medication for dental work.
- Who it's for
- The study is looking for children who need dental care that involves local anesthesia.
- What's involved
- Participants will have their behavior and heart rate recorded during the numbing shot, both with and without a therapy dog present. Children and their guardians will also answer a few short questions after the procedure.
- Time commitment
- The study involves specific visits for dental procedures where data is collected during the injection.
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 4 to 12. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Age range: children aged 4- to 12-years
- Health status: healthy children without significant medical conditions (ASA I or ASA II)
- Dental procedure: children scheduled for at least two dental procedures requiring local anesthesia
- Consent: written informed consent from the parent or legal guardian
- Verbal assent from potential people age 4-9 years; written assent for children age 10-12 years
You likely can't join if
- Allergies: children with known allergies to dogs or animal dander
- Children with a fear or phobia of dogs
- Children with a behavioral disorder which may negatively impact response to the presence of a therapy dog
- Previous exposure: children who have previously undergone dental procedures with local anesthesia in the presence of a therapy dog
- Medical conditions: children with medical conditions that might affect their vital signs independently of the dental procedure (e.g., heart...
- Parental discomfort: cases where parents are uncomfortable with the presence of a therapy dog during the procedure
See the full eligibility criteria
- Age range: children aged 4- to 12-years
- Health status: healthy children without significant medical conditions (ASA I or ASA II)
- Dental procedure: children scheduled for at least two dental procedures requiring local anesthesia
- Consent: written informed consent from the parent or legal guardian
- Verbal assent from potential people age 4-9 years; written assent for children age 10-12 years
- Allergies: children with known allergies to dogs or animal dander
- Children with a fear or phobia of dogs
- Children with a behavioral disorder which may negatively impact response to the presence of a therapy dog
- Previous exposure: children who have previously undergone dental procedures with local anesthesia in the presence of a therapy dog
- Medical conditions: children with medical conditions that might affect their vital signs independently of the dental procedure (e.g., heart conditions)
- Parental discomfort: cases where parents are uncomfortable with the presence of a therapy dog during the procedure
- Advanced behavior guidance is indicated: children whose behavior for dental examination is classified as "Definitely Negative" (Frankl 1)
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States
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, 4 years to 12 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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