Rudnick Chad1, Sulaiman Emaan2, Orden Jillian2. 1. Charles E Schmidt College of Medicine, Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton, FL, 33431, USA. 2. Charles E Schmidt College of Science, Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton, FL, 33431, USA.
Abstract
AIM: Fear of needles is a well-known phobia among children and adults. This study presents the rationale, feasibility and results of a pilot study applying a virtual reality (VR) headset as a fear reduction and pain distraction during immunizations. PATIENTS & METHODS: 17 subjects and 17 parents rated their fear and pain level pre- and postimmunization using Wong-Baker pain scale and McMurtry children's fear scale. Immunization was provided, while subject was wearing a VR headset. RESULTS: Ratings of anticipated versus actual fear and pain due to immunizations improved following use of the VR headset in 94.1% of pediatric subjects. CONCLUSION: The use of a VR headset was well received and reduced overall fear and pain in children receiving immunizations.
AIM: Fear of needles is a well-known phobia among children and adults. This study presents the rationale, feasibility and results of a pilot study applying a virtual reality (VR) headset as a fear reduction and pain distraction during immunizations. PATIENTS & METHODS: 17 subjects and 17 parents rated their fear and pain level pre- and postimmunization using Wong-Baker pain scale and McMurtry children's fear scale. Immunization was provided, while subject was wearing a VR headset. RESULTS: Ratings of anticipated versus actual fear and pain due to immunizations improved following use of the VR headset in 94.1% of pediatric subjects. CONCLUSION: The use of a VR headset was well received and reduced overall fear and pain in children receiving immunizations.
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