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New treatment option for Sickle Cell Disease
Official title Virtual Reality Devices as an Adjunct to Usual Care for Patients With Sickle Cell Disease Experiencing Vaso-Occlusive Crises
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06184126
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This study aims to evaluate the use of virtual reality as an adjunct to standard care for patients with sickle cell disease experiencing vaso-occlusive crises.
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older
You may be able to join if
- Adult (age \> 18 years) emergency department patient
- History of sickle cell disease
- Presenting to the emergency department due to acute pain related to sickle cell disease thought to be due to vaso-occlusive crisis
You likely can't join if
- Prior enrollment in this study
- Presenting with a chief complaint suggestive of a complicated crisis (such as concern for acute chest syndrome, splenic sequestration, hepatic...
- Not being treated with intravenous opioids for the vaso-occlusive crisis
- Patients who lack the capacity to provide informed consent
- Medical history of seizures or known intolerance to virtual reality
- Disabilities like vision and hearing defects etc. that preclude the use of a head mounted virtual reality device.
See the full eligibility criteria
- Adult (age \> 18 years) emergency department patient
- History of sickle cell disease
- Presenting to the emergency department due to acute pain related to sickle cell disease thought to be due to vaso-occlusive crisis
- Prior enrollment in this study
- Presenting with a chief complaint suggestive of a complicated crisis (such as concern for acute chest syndrome, splenic sequestration, hepatic sequestration, pulmonary embolism) as determined by the clinical care...
- Not being treated with intravenous opioids for the vaso-occlusive crisis
- Patients who lack the capacity to provide informed consent
- Medical history of seizures or known intolerance to virtual reality
- Disabilities like vision and hearing defects etc. that preclude the use of a head mounted virtual reality device.
- Known to be pregnant
- Incarcerated at the time of evaluation
- Over the age of 89 years old
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Baltimore, Maryland, United States
Compensation & support
Compensation mentioned.
ClinicalTrials.gov doesn't provide a reliable structured field for payment or travel support - confirm details with the study team.
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This study's listing includes signals that participants may be compensated or receive a stipend. Amounts vary and are set by the study team - confirm the details with them.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Baltimore, Maryland, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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