Technology-Based Distractions for Minor Procedures

The purpose of this study is to determine if non-invasive distracting devices (Virtual Reality headset, Augmented Reality Headset) are more effective than the standard of care (i.e., no technology-based distraction) for decreasing anxiety and pain scores in pediatric patients undergoing various minor procedures (i.e lumbar punctures and cardiac catheterization). The anticipated primary outcome will be a reduction of overall cumulative medication and secondary outcomes include but are not limited to: physician satisfaction, discharge time, pain scores, anxiety scores, and procedure time.

NCT Number	NCT06924814
Lead Sponsor	Stanford University
Conditions	Anxiety, Procedural Anxiety
Enrollment	200 participants
Start Date	2026-05-01
Primary Completion	2027-04-30 (estimated)
Study Completion	2027-04-30 (estimated)
Updated on ClinicalTrials.gov	2026-03-23