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
Active Locations (1)
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Boston Children's Hospital
Boston, Massachusetts, United States, 02115