Effectiveness of guided imagery and modified guided imagery in reduction of anxiety in children

Evaluation and comparison of anxiety levels after using Guided Imagery technique for relaxation and modified Guided Imagery-Hypnotherapy technique in 6 to 14 year-old children undergoing local anesthesia administration.

Status

Active, not recruiting

Phases

Phase 2Phase 3

Study type

Interventional

Source

CTRI

Registry ID

CTRI/2022/09/045238

Enrollment

Registered

2022-09-06

Start date

Unknown

Completion date

Unknown

Last updated

2024-04-01

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Conditions

None listed

Interventions

Intervention1: Modified Guided Imagery Technique: Modified Guided Imagery Technique for reduction of anxiety during L.A administration in 6 to 14 year olds Control Intervention1: Guided Imagery Techni

Eligibility

Inclusion criteria

Inclusion criteria: Children from 6 to 14 years old who are healthy, cooperative but anxious. Children undergoing dental treatment requiring administration of local anesthesia.

Exclusion criteria

Exclusion criteria: 1. Children with past exposure to local anesthesia. 2. Children with a known allergy to local anesthetic agent. 3. Children with psychological abnormalities. 4. Children with special health care needs. 5. Children suffering from systemic diseases. 6. Children and parents unwilling to participate.

Design outcomes

Primary

Measure	Time frame
1. Visual Facial Anxiety Scale 2. Salivary Cortisol levelsTimepoint: Before and after intervention during L.A. administration	—

Secondary

Measure	Time frame
1. Pulse rate 2. Oxygen saturationTimepoint: Before and after intervention during L.A. administration	—

Countries

India

Contacts

Public ContactHimani Parakh

Datta Meghe Institute of Medical Sciences

drnthosar@rediffmail.com9422163632

Outcome results