Examination of the effects of virtual reality glasses and stress ball applications on pain, vital signs, anxiety, fear, satisfaction, and comfort levels during the dressing changes in patients who underwent abdominal surgery | Synapse
March 7, 2026Open Access
Examination of the effects of virtual reality glasses and stress ball applications on pain, vital signs, anxiety, fear, satisfaction, and comfort levels during the dressing changes in patients who underwent abdominal surgery
Key Points
The aim is to evaluate the effects of virtual reality glasses and stress balls on pain and anxiety during dressing changes post-abdominal surgery.
Assessing pain and anxiety levels before and after interventions
Monitoring vital signs during dressing changes
Collecting patient satisfaction and comfort levels
Enhanced comfort reported by patients using virtual reality glasses and stress balls
Significant reduction in anxiety levels noted during dressing changes
Positive feedback regarding overall experience and satisfaction
Abstract
The use of virtual reality glasses and stress balls during dressing changes in patients appears to be effective in enhancing comfort and reducing anxiety.