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New treatment option for Burn
Official title VR-PMR for Post-Burn Symptoms
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07317271
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The goal of this clinical trial is to learn whether progressive muscle relaxation (PMR), delivered either alone or enhanced with virtual reality (VR), can help treat chronic symptom, such as pain, itch, anxiety, sleep disturbances, and fatigue, in adult burn survivors. The main questions it aims to answer are: Does VR-enhanced PMR (VR-PMR) reduce chronic pain, anxiety, itch, sleep disturbances, and fatigue more effectively than standard PMR?
- 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
- are:
- ≥18 years old;
- sustained a burn injury in the last 6 months or longer;
- Score high on at least one of the following: Insomnia severity index (ISI) score of ≥8, Brief Pain Inventory Short Form (BPI-SF) Pain severity score...
- own a smartphone or computer with reliable internet connection for online visits and survey completion;
You likely can't join if
- Cognitive impairment (Mini Mental Status Exam (MMSE) \< 25);
- history of motion sickness, photosensitivity, photoinduced seizures, and claustrophobia as determined by self-report;
- uncorrected visual or hearing impairments as determined by self-report;
- non-English speaker.
See the full eligibility criteria
- are:
- ≥18 years old;
- sustained a burn injury in the last 6 months or longer;
- Score high on at least one of the following: Insomnia severity index (ISI) score of ≥8, Brief Pain Inventory Short Form (BPI-SF) Pain severity score of ≥3, or PROMIS Itch Severity of ≥55;
- own a smartphone or computer with reliable internet connection for online visits and survey completion;
- able to comfortably wear goggles or headsets on face as determined by self-report.
- Cognitive impairment (Mini Mental Status Exam (MMSE) \< 25);
- history of motion sickness, photosensitivity, photoinduced seizures, and claustrophobia as determined by self-report;
- uncorrected visual or hearing impairments as determined by self-report;
- non-English speaker.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Baltimore, Maryland, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
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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