Examining Bluetooth Haptic Device Use for Pain and Anxiety Reduction in Vascular Access Procedures

Last updated: January 5, 2026
Sponsor: Stanford University
Overall Status: Active - Not Recruiting

Phase

N/A

Condition

Panic Disorders

Pain

Anxiety Disorders

Treatment

Vibrating device distractor

Bluetooth Haptic Device (BHD)

BHD synced with mobile game

Clinical Study ID

NCT06234228
73750
  • Ages 4-99
  • All Genders

Study Summary

This pragmatic, randomized study seeks to evaluate the applications of a novel vibrating device for reducing pediatric anxiety and distress during vascular access procedures.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion

Inclusion Criteria:

  • Between age 4-99

  • Will undergo a vascular access procedure

  • English speaking participant and parent or LAR

Exclusion

Exclusion Criteria:

  • Legal guardian not present to obtain consent

  • Child is unable to self-report pain or anxiety

  • Child with a significant neurological condition, or major developmental disability

  • Child with active infection of the hand or arm

  • Major surgery within the last 48 hours

Study Design

Total Participants: 1100
Treatment Group(s): 3
Primary Treatment: Vibrating device distractor
Phase:
Study Start date:
July 25, 2024
Estimated Completion Date:
November 04, 2026

Connect with a study center

  • Lucile Packard Childrens Hospital Stanford

    Palo Alto, California 94304
    United States

    Site Not Available

  • Lucile Packard Childrens Hospital Stanford

    Palo Alto 5380748, California 5332921 94304
    United States

    Site Not Available

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