This study is looking at whether adding virtual reality (VR) to standard pain care can help older adults (ages 65-120) who come to the emergency room with sudden muscle or bone pain. Researchers want to see if VR, which uses a special platform designed for older adults and runs for about 5-10 minutes, can reduce pain more effectively than standard pain medicine alone. To join, you must be 65 or older, have non-traumatic muscle or bone pain, a pain score of 4 or higher, and need pain medication as decided by the doctor. The main goal is to see how much pain is reduced after 60 minutes. The study aims to enroll 180 participants.

Study design

This is a randomized study, meaning participants will be assigned by chance to either receive standard care or standard care plus virtual reality. About 180 participants will be included.

What's involved

Participants will receive pain medication as determined by their doctor. Some participants will also experience a 5-10 minute virtual reality session.

Compensation

Not stated in the trial record.

Follow-up

Pain reduction will be measured at 60 minutes after treatment.

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