Brain scans and VR aim to decode cancer pain
NCT ID NCT06456411
First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 13, 2026 · Updated 26 times
Summary
This study explored whether a special brain scan (fNIRS) can measure pain in cancer patients and survivors. Researchers also tested if virtual reality (VR) can help reduce pain by distracting the brain. The goal was to create better, non-drug ways to assess and manage cancer pain.
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Roswell Park Cancer Institute
Buffalo, New York, 14263, United States
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