Seeing a patient faint out of fear of getting a needle prompted registered nurse Craig Gilbertson to search for 'a better way'.
Craig Gilbertson tests the virtual reality headset being used in the study.abc.net.au/news/needle-phobia-study-virtual-reality-headsets/101916560A research project is investigating if virtual reality can help reduce stress in patients with needle phobias.
He is leading a feasibility study, in partnership with Albury Wodonga Health, into using a virtual reality headset to distract people with needle phobias.He said it also often took time and resources to deal with reactions to needles, such as fainting, which could put some patients at risk of complications.Anna Griffith says she is excited to see research projects that could benefit the community.
"Considering the impact not just for patients but for our professionals … in terms of reducing the burden for our workforce, I think that is something we really should be celebrating," Ms Griffith said.Mr Gilbertson said virtual reality technology had already proven successful for children but he wanted to "give it a try" with adults.Craig Gilbertson is still recruiting participants for his study.
"One person said it reminded them of being home in the Northern Territory, and it looked so realistic they half expected a crocodile to be in the water behind them," Mr Gilbertson said.
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