Active Noise Cancelling Headset for Total Knee Replacement

This trial tests whether active noise-canceling headphones with music or movies during knee replacement surgery can reduce the amount of sedation needed. The goal is to make the surgical experience more comfortable by potentially lowering stress and anxiety. The trial includes two groups: one uses the Active Noise Cancelling Headset System, while the other does not, serving as a comparison. Candidates may be suitable if undergoing a first total knee replacement and will be awake with spinal anesthesia. As an unphased trial, this study offers a unique opportunity to explore innovative methods to enhance the surgical experience.

The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications. It focuses on using noise-cancelling headphones during surgery, so it's best to ask the trial coordinators for guidance.

Research has shown that active noise-canceling headsets are generally safe during knee replacement surgery. One study found that patients using these headsets with music experienced less pain and anxiety compared to those with regular headsets. No harmful effects from the headsets themselves were reported.

Researchers are excited about using active noise cancelling headsets during total knee replacements because they offer a unique way to improve patient experience without altering the surgical procedure itself. Unlike standard anesthesia alone, these headsets provide audiovisual distractions like music or movies, potentially reducing anxiety and discomfort during surgery. This approach could enhance patient satisfaction and comfort by creating a more relaxed environment, which is a fresh take compared to traditional methods of managing surgical stress.

Research has shown that using active noise-cancelling headphones with music during knee replacement surgery can help reduce pain and anxiety. In this trial, one group of participants will use an active noise-cancelling headset system during their surgery, choosing music or a movie for audiovisual distraction. An earlier study suggested that while the surgical staff did not experience a clear benefit, patients might still feel less stressed. Overall, these headphones could make the surgery experience more comfortable for patients by reducing the need for sedation.¹²⁶⁷⁸