Status:

COMPLETED

SIMDiscovery: The Benefits of Utilizing a Simulation Preparation Program for Spinal Fusion Surgery

Lead Sponsor:

Boston Children's Hospital

Conditions:

Scoliosis Idiopathic Adolescent

Eligibility:

All Genders

10-18 years

Phase:

NA

Brief Summary

This is a pilot study aiming to examine preliminary effectiveness of a preparation program which includes simulation (SIMDiscovery) in reducing anxiety and increasing feelings of preparedness among pa...

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion

  • Children and adolescents with adolescent idiopathic scoliosis and their parent(s)
  • Spinal fusion surgery scheduled
  • Developmental Age range (10+; no upper age range)
  • Males and females of all races and ethnicities
  • English-speaking families (although English need not be their primary language)
  • Both patient and caregiver (when patient is under 18 years of age) are able to attend SIMDiscovery program

Exclusion

  • \- Other significant chronic medical conditions (e.g., spina bifida, muscular dystrophy)
  • Anterior surgical access
  • ICU stay expected post-op
  • Cognitive functioning level below 10yo

Key Trial Info

Start Date :

February 22 2019

Trial Type :

INTERVENTIONAL

Allocation :

ACTUAL

End Date :

October 1 2019

Estimated Enrollment :

22 Patients enrolled

Trial Details

Trial ID

NCT03835390

Start Date

February 22 2019

End Date

October 1 2019

Last Update

September 7 2020

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Boston Children's Hospital

Boston, Massachusetts, United States, 02115