Efficacy of virtual reality for pain relief in medical procedures: a systematic review and meta-analysis

JJ Teh, DJ Pascoe, S Hafeji, R Parchure, A Koczoski… - BMC medicine, 2024 - Springer
Background Effective pain control is crucial to optimise the success of medical procedures.
Immersive virtual reality (VR) technology could offer an effective non-invasive, non …

Safety of virtual reality use in children: a systematic review

C Bexson, G Oldham, J Wray - European journal of Pediatrics, 2024 - Springer
The study aimed to systematically review available literature regarding the safety of virtual
reality (VR) use via head-mounted display in children under 14 years of age. The study was …

The effect of virtual reality versus standard‐of‐care treatment on pain perception during paediatric vaccination: A randomised controlled trial

MI Sánchez‐López, M Lluesma‐Vidal… - Journal of Clinical …, 2024 - Wiley Online Library
Abstract Aims and Objectives To determine the effect of immersive virtual reality (VR) on
perceived pain and fear in children during vaccination and parental satisfaction with the …

Non-pharmacological interventions to reduce procedural needle pain in children (6–12 years): A systematic review

A Guillari, V Giordano, M Catone, M Gallucci… - Journal of Pediatric …, 2024 - Elsevier
Problem Children of different age groups frequently undergo painful procedures involving
needles, which can be a source of significant discomfort. Regrettably, this aspect of care …

[HTML][HTML] Is virtual reality effective in decreasing Pain during clinical procedures among children: a systematic review and Meta-analysis

S Priyadarshini, S Agarwala, H Priya… - Journal of Indian …, 2024 - journals.lww.com
Background: Virtual reality (VR) refers to a computer-generated simulation or environment
that can be experienced and interacted with by a person through special electronic …

[HTML][HTML] Effectiveness of Virtual Reality for Managing Pain, Fear, and Anxiety in Children and Adolescents Undergoing Needle-Related Procedures: Systematic …

R Cáceres-Matos, M Castillo-García, E Magni… - Nursing Reports, 2024 - mdpi.com
The most frequently performed invasive procedures in hospitals and healthcare centers are
needle-related procedures, such as intravenous cannulation and phlebotomy, and they are …

Virtual reality as a promising method of pain relief in patients with venous leg ulcers

K Spyrka, E Rojczyk, J Brela, A Sieroń… - International Wound …, 2024 - Wiley Online Library
Pain in patients suffering from hard‐to‐heal wounds is a serious problem that hinders the
healing process and affects their quality of life. Virtual reality (VR) is increasingly being used …

Is Virtual Reality a Game Changer in Pediatrics' Acute Pain Perception?

C Mantegazza, V Silvera, T Brevini, E Pozzi… - International journal of …, 2022 - air.unimi.it
Purpose of review: Virtual reality (VR) is a promising tool that is becoming increasingly
popular for the prevention and treatment of procedural pain in children. This review aims to …

Right Approach to Pain and Anxiety

LJ Kelly - Vessel Health and Preservation: The Right Approach …, 2024 - Springer
Pain is an often unreported and accepted 'complication'of vascular access. However, the
impact that pain can have on a patient's sense of agency and self-esteem should not be …

Virtual reality in pediatric emergency department and burn unit: a sco** review of current applications

I Cammisa, G Eftimiadi, D Korn… - Emergency Care …, 2025 - pagepressjournals.org
Virtual reality (VR) represents an innovative and effective tool for reducing pain and anxiety
in children undergoing painful procedures in pediatric emergency departments and burn …