Effects of virtual reality on anxiety and pain in adult patients undergoing wound-closure procedures: A pilot randomized controlled trial.

Shuk Yee Ko Eliza Mi-Ling WongT L NganH K LeungKennis Ty KwokH F TamC C Chan

Published in: Digital health (2024)

This pilot study provides insight into the use of VR and the direction of future studies. It may effectively improve psychological and physiological outcomes in adult patients during wound-closure procedures in emergency departments.

Keyphrases

virtual reality
patients undergoing
chronic pain
sleep quality
surgical site infection
pain management
wound healing
open label
case control
type diabetes
randomized controlled trial
adipose tissue
physical activity
insulin resistance
glycemic control
childhood cancer
weight loss
patient reported