Clinical Trial

Comparison of Virtual Reality, EMLA Cream, and Standard Care for Pain During Blood Draws in Children

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Summary
This randomized controlled trial evaluates methods to reduce pain during venipuncture in children aged 3 to 15 years. The study compares three approaches: virtual reality distraction using a VR headset, topical anesthesia with EMLA cream, and standard care without an additional pain-reducing intervention. The main question is whether virtual reality reduces pain during venipuncture more effectively than EMLA cream or standard care. Pain is assessed immediately after venipuncture using the Wong-Baker Faces Pain Rating Scale (0-10). The planned study sample includes 450 children.
Trial Details
NCT Number NCT07763132
Lead Sponsor Marie Lulková
Conditions Procedural Pain
Enrollment 450 participants
Start Date 2024-09-01
Primary Completion 2027-06 (estimated)
Study Completion 2027-06 (estimated)
Updated on ClinicalTrials.gov 2026-08-13