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Virtual Reality for Children's Anxiety During MRI

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Recruiting

Led By Sylvie Le May, PhD

Research Sponsored by St. Justine's Hospital

Eligibility Criteria Checklist

Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial

Must have

Accompanied by a consenting parent or legal guardian who can understand, read and write either French or English

Aged from 7 to 17 years old

Must not have

Have a diagnosis of epilepsy or any other condition preventing them from playing a virtual reality game

Timeline

Screening 3 weeks

Treatment Varies

Follow Up measured at baseline (t0), immediately after the vr intervention at 15 minutes (t1), and measured after the mri at 45 minutes (t2)

Awards & highlights

No Placebo-Only Group

Summary

This trial will study the effect of virtual reality games on reducing anxiety in children scheduled for an MRI. It will also use biofeedback to identify which children are more responsive to the intervention.

Who is the study for?

This trial is for children aged 7 to 17 who need an MRI and have a parent or guardian who can consent in French or English. It's not suitable for those outside this age range or without parental consent.

What is being tested?

The study tests if playing a VR game before an MRI can help manage anxiety compared to standard care. Participants will be randomly placed into two groups: one with the VR game prep and one with usual care, to see which works better.

What are the potential side effects?

While not explicitly mentioned, potential side effects may include dizziness, nausea, or discomfort from wearing the VR headset. The biofeedback device might also cause minor skin irritation.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria

You may be eligible if you check “Yes” for the criteria below

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My parent or guardian who speaks English or French has agreed to help me with this trial.

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I am between 7 and 17 years old.

Exclusion Criteria

You may be eligible for the trial if you check “No” for criteria below:

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I cannot play virtual reality games due to epilepsy or another condition.

Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks3 visits

Treatment ~ Varies

Follow Up ~ change from baseline (t0) at 15 minutes (t1) and at 45 minutes (t2)

Screening ~ 3 weeks

Treatment ~ Varies

Follow Up ~change from baseline (t0) at 15 minutes (t1) and at 45 minutes (t2)

This trial's timeline: 3 weeks for screening, Varies for treatment, and change from baseline (t0) at 15 minutes (t1) and at 45 minutes (t2) for reporting.