Pilot study to assess the feasibility and patient numbers required prior to a randomised controlled trial of the effect of visual distraction for painful procedures in the burns unit

INTERVENTION: Short visual analogue scale patient rated scores for pain and anxiety, an appropriate questionnaire and short concluding taped interview after intervention. Quantitative methods will be used. CONDITION: Pain ; Injury, Occupational Diseases, Poisoning ; Burn and corrosion, body region unspecified PRIMARY OUTCOME: Improved pain control and toleration of regular dressing change and debridement of burns with reduced anxiety and awareness. SECONDARY OUTCOME: Not provided at time of registration INCLUSION CRITERIA: Minimum 10 consenting adults suitable to trial criteria and protocols.