Virtual Reality (VR) for Prone Pain Procedures

Immersive Audiovisual Distraction With Virtual Reality (VR) in Prone Procedures in the Interventional Pain Clinic

The purpose of this study is to evaluate the effectiveness of virtual reality (VR) distraction in patients undergoing interventional pain procedures in the prone position. VR has been shown to improve patient experience during interventional pain procedures, however, many of these procedures are done in the prone position making VR a challenge. This study will evaluate the effect of a VR headset and support in patients undergoing prone interventional pain procedures compared to control.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Patients aged 18 years old or older, who are referred to University of California Davis Pain Medicine Clinic and require an interventional pain procedure
• English speaking and with the ability to understand oral and written instructions

Exclusion Criteria:

• Pregnant women
• Prisoners
• Patients who have high risk of motion sickness, seizure disorder, or visual/hearing impairment