Vibration Anesthesia for Perioperative Pain
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
This trial explores whether a Vibration Anesthesia Device can reduce pain during laser treatments for diabetic retinopathy, a vision-affecting condition caused by diabetes. Participants will receive treatment in both eyes: one with the vibration device and the other without, to determine if the device increases comfort. This study suits individuals who have not previously undergone this type of laser treatment and require it for both eyes due to this condition. As an unphased trial, it offers a unique opportunity to contribute to innovative research that could enhance comfort during necessary treatments.
Will I have to stop taking my current medications?
The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications.
What prior data suggests that the Vibration Anesthesia Device is safe for reducing pain during retinal laser treatment?
Studies have shown that a vibration anesthesia device can help reduce pain. In one study, patients reported a 25.5% decrease in pain during local anesthetic injections when the device was used. Another report found that 95% of patients felt less pain with vibration, although none were completely pain-free.
Research also shows that these vibration devices can lessen pain during procedures like dental work and injections in the arms. These findings suggest that the device is generally well-received and can make procedures less painful for many people. No major safety issues emerged in these studies.12345Why are researchers excited about this trial?
Researchers are excited about the Vibration Anesthesia Device because it introduces a non-invasive way to manage pain during laser treatments for proliferative retinopathy (PRP). Traditional treatments typically focus on medications or nerve blocks to alleviate pain, but this device uses vibrations to distract the brain from pain signals, potentially reducing the need for drugs. This innovative approach could lead to a more comfortable experience for patients undergoing laser eye procedures and minimize reliance on conventional pain relief methods.
What evidence suggests that the Vibration Anesthesia Device is effective for reducing pain during retinal laser treatment for diabetic retinopathy?
Studies have shown that vibration devices can significantly reduce pain during medical procedures. For example, using a vibration device during local anesthetic injections reduced pain by 25.5%. Research also indicates that these devices improve patient satisfaction during arm injections by reducing pain afterward. Vibration devices have proven more effective than numbing creams for reducing pain from dental injections. In this trial, one group will receive PRP treatment with the Vibration Anesthesia Device, while the other group will receive PRP treatment without it. These findings suggest that vibration anesthesia could help lessen pain during eye laser treatments for diabetic retinopathy.13456
Who Is on the Research Team?
Matthew Tennant, MD, FRCSC
Principal Investigator
University of Alberta
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
This trial is for individuals with diabetic retinopathy who need retinal laser treatment. Participants will have both eyes treated, one with a Vibration Anesthesia Device to potentially reduce pain and the other without it.Inclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Treatment
Participants receive panretinal photocoagulation (PRP) treatment with and without the Vibration Anesthesia Device to assess pain reduction
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after treatment
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- Vibration Anesthesia Device
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
University of Alberta
Lead Sponsor
Alberta Retina Consultant
Collaborator