Noise Reduction to Reduce Patient Anxiety During Cast Removal: Can We Decrease Patient Anxiety With Cast Removal by Wearing Noise Reduction Headphones During Cast Saw Use?

Background: Noise reduction headphones decrease the sound during cast removal. Their effectiveness in decreasing anxiety has not been studied.

Purpose: Compare pediatric patients' anxiety levels during cast removal with and without utilization of noise reduction headphones combined with use of a personal electronic device.