Virtual reality therapy at home shows promise for MS hand problems

NCT ID NCT05713890

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: IRCCS San Raffaele Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether a home-based virtual reality program can help people with multiple sclerosis improve hand function. 60 participants will either watch and imitate hand tasks in VR or watch landscapes before doing the same tasks. The program lasts 3 weeks with daily sessions. Researchers will measure hand dexterity, grip strength, and brain changes using MRI.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: Home-based virtual reality action observation treatment
What this could lead to: If it works, this could offer a convenient, home-based therapy to improve hand dexterity and strength in people with multiple sclerosis.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage study (60 people) comparing two similar VR approaches. The improvement may be small or not last long, and results may not apply to everyone with MS.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

multiple sclerosis

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS

Contacts and locations

Locations

IRCCS San Raffaele
RECRUITING

Milan, Milan, 20132, Italy

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