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

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Conditions studied: Scoliosis Idiopathic Adolescent

In brief

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 parents and their children who will undergo spinal fusion surgery. SIMDiscovery is an experiential learning preparation program which aims to educate children and families about different medical procedures through simulation play.

Key facts

Study ID

NCT03835390

Run by

Boston Children's Hospital

People needed

22

Starts

2019-02-22

Expected to finish

2019-10-01

Last updated by the study team

2020-09-07

Who can join

Age: 10 and older, up to 18. Sex: any. Healthy volunteers: not accepted.

You may qualify if…

• 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

You may not qualify if…

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

Where it is running

• Boston Children's Hospital — Boston, Massachusetts, United States

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