Dr. Sylvie Le May, PhD
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Clinical Trials Sylvie Le May, PhD is currently running
Virtual Reality
for Anxiety
Background: Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) has been known for almost forty years to generate fear and anxiety. Children may become restless during scanning, which results in movement artifacts requiring the MRI to be repeated with sedation. Very few studies seemed to have looked at the effect of immersive virtual reality (IVR) on anxiety in children scheduled for an MRI. Objectives: The aims of this study are two-fold: 1- to address feasibility and acceptability of a pre-procedural immersive VR (IVR) game preparation for anxiety management during MRIs and 2- to examine the efficacy of IVR game preparation compared to usual care for the management of procedural anxiety during MRIs. Methods: This study will first consist of a field test phase with 10 participants, aged 7 to 17 years old, to address the feasibility and acceptability of the use of virtual reality. Following the field test, a RCT will be completed using a parallel design with two groups: 1) experimental group (pre-procedural IVR game preparation), 2) usual care group (standard care as per radiology department's protocol) in an equal ratio of 49 participants per group for a total of 98 participants. Recruitment will be done at CHU Sainte-Justine's, Quebec, Canada. The experimental group will receive a pre-procedural IVR game preparation (IMAGINE) that offers an immersive simulation of the MRI. Participants will complete a questionnaire to assess the acceptability, feasibility and incidence of side effects related to the intervention and the biofeedback device. Data collected will include socio-demographic, clinical characteristics, measures of anxiety with the French-Canadian version of the State-Trait Anxiety Inventory for Children (STAIC-F) and the Child Fear Scale (CFS, 0-4). Physiological biomarkers of anxiety such as alpha-amylase and other markers such as heart rate and head deviation will also be measured. Measures of healthcare professionals, parents, and participants' level of satisfaction will also be collected. Analyses will be carried out according to the intention-to-treat principle, with a significance level (α) of 0.05. Discussion: Our study provides an alternative method for anxiety management to better prepare patients for an awake MRI. It will guide future medical practice by providing evidence-based knowledge on a non-pharmacological therapeutic modality for anxiety management in children scheduled for an MRI.
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Virtual Reality
for Pain Management During Eczema Treatment
The aim of this within-subject randomized study is to examine the efficacy of a VR immersive game for pain and anxiety management of children during the subcutaneous injection of dupilumab for moderate to severe atopic dermatitis. We will recruit children from 6 to 17 years. The main research question is: 1. Does VR immersive game will generate less anxiety and pain than standard procedures, for children receiving dupilumab injection for moderate to severe atopic dermatitis? 2. Does the occurence of side effects is similar between both study groups? Participants will be randomized according to either sequences: VR-Standard care or Standard care-VR. During the VR sequence, participants will be playing the VR immersive game during the injection. During the Standard care sequence participants will not benefit from any pain management but passive distraction tools will be offered (and documented) to children. The investigators will take measures of pain and anxiety, using validated scales, before and after the procedures at each sequence.
Recruiting
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More about Sylvie Le May, PhD
Clinical Trial Related
3 years of experience running clinical trials · Led 7 trials as a Principal Investigator · 3 Active Clinical Trials
Treatments Sylvie Le May, PhD has experience with
- Virtual Reality Distraction
- Virtual Reality
- Passive Distraction
Breakdown of trials Sylvie Le May, PhD has run
Anxiety Disorders
Anxiety
Oral and Dental Diseases
Traumatic Dental Injury
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Almost all clinical trials will cover the cost of the ‘trial drug’ — so no insurance is required for this. For trials where this trial drug is given alongside an already-approved medication, there may be a cost (which your insurance would normally cover).
What does Sylvie Le May, PhD specialize in?
Sylvie Le May, PhD focuses on Anxiety Disorders and Anxiety. In particular, much of their work with Anxiety Disorders has involved treating patients, or patients who are undergoing treatment.
Is Sylvie Le May, PhD currently recruiting for clinical trials?
Yes, Sylvie Le May, PhD is currently recruiting for 3 clinical trials in Montréal Quebec. If you're interested in participating, you should apply.
Are there any treatments that Sylvie Le May, PhD has studied deeply?
Yes, Sylvie Le May, PhD has studied treatments such as Virtual Reality Distraction, Virtual Reality, Passive Distraction.
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The office of Sylvie Le May, PhD is located at: St. Justine's Hospital, Montréal, Quebec H1T 3C5 Canada. This is the address for their practice at the St. Justine's Hospital.
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