U.S., July 17 -- ClinicalTrials.gov registry received information related to the study (NCT07707726) titled 'Virtual Reality in Ingrown Toenail Surgery' on July 13.
Brief Summary: Ingrown toenail is a common condition that may cause significant pain, functional impairment, and recurrent disease. Although conservative management is appropriate for mild cases, moderate-to-severe or recurrent ingrown toenails are commonly treated surgically under local anesthesia. However, pain associated with the digital nerve block and procedure-related anxiety may negatively affect the patient experience. Virtual reality (VR) has emerged as a promising non-pharmacological intervention for reducing pain and anxiety during a variety of medical procedures by ...