Comparison of a Vibrotactile Seat Cushion and Magic Trick Distraction Technique for Reducing Anxiety in 5 8-Year- Old Children During Dental Treatment: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Comparative Evaluation of Vibro-tactile seat cushion stimulation versus Magic trick distraction technique for reducing anxiety in children aged 5-8 years undergoing dental treatment: A randomized controlled trial - NIL

Status

Active, not recruiting

Phases

Phase 4

Study type

Interventional

Source

CTRI

Registry ID

CTRI/2026/06/111500

Enrollment

Registered

2026-06-01

Start date

Unknown

Completion date

Unknown

Last updated

2026-06-22

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Conditions

Health Condition 1: K029- Dental caries, unspecified

Interventions

Intervention1: Vibro-tactile seat cushion: Vibro-tactile stimulation, delivered through specially designed device, offers a sensory based distraction by engaging the child s tactile system and diverti

Eligibility

Inclusion criteria

Inclusion criteria: Children aged 5-8 years with first dental visit. Patients who measured Frankl 2 or Frankl 3 on the Frankl behaviour rating scale will be included in the study. Children who are indicated for Class 1 cavity restoration with Glass Ionomer Cement in primary first or second molars. Participants parents who give consent to participate in study.

Exclusion criteria

Exclusion criteria: Children with special health care needs. Children who have any cognitive disabilities or any systemic illness.

Design outcomes

Primary

Measure	Time frame
To calculate dental anxiety using Venham Picture Test (VPT),Venham Clinical Anxiety Rating Scale (VCARS),Pulse rate and Oxygen saturation Timepoint: 6 months	—

Secondary

Measure	Time frame
Frankl Behavior Rating Scale will be used to evaluate behavioral cooperation during dental treatment.Timepoint: 6 months	—

Countries

India

Contacts

Public ContactLalit Patil

Dr. D.Y. Patil Dental College and Hospital, Pimpri, Pune

drlalitpatil47@gmail.com9765370827

Outcome results

None listed

Source: CTRI (via WHO ICTRP) · Data processed: Jun 29, 2026