Virtually Augmented Self-Hypnosis in Peripheral Vascular Intervention: A Randomized Controlled Trial.

ABSTRACT:

Purpose

Hypnosis is useful for diminishing distress during medical procedures. This study investigated the efficacy of virtually augmented self-hypnosis as an adjunctive non-pharmacological method for procedural pain and anxiety relief during endovascular interventions (EVI).

Methods

We compared an immersive distraction experience (clinicaltrials.gov identifier NCT04561596) featuring virtual reality (VR) using a head-mounted display versus treatment as usual (TAU). Patients followed the "Aqua" module (Oncomfort™) consisting of a scuba dive and breathing exercises. They experienced a self-induced dissociative state similar to clinical hypnosis without direct intervention of a professional. Enrollment followed a 1:1 randomized open study (VR or TAU). Patients' feelings were ev

SUBMITTER: Gullo G 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10030078 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature