Hypnosis and VR tested as pain relief without drugs
NCT ID NCT04869553
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether hypnosis or virtual reality can reduce pain during repeated medical procedures like wound dressing. 52 patients received standard pain care, standard care plus hypnosis, or standard care plus virtual reality in a random order. The goal was to see if these distraction methods improve comfort and lower stress during painful treatments.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
Active substance
hypnosis and virtual reality
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer simple, drug-free ways to reduce pain during medical procedures like wound dressing.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed study with only 52 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The effect may be small or no better than usual care.
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Locations
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Centre Mutualiste de Kerpape
Ploemeur, 56275, France
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Fondation ILDYS - Site de Perharidy
Roscoff, 29684, France
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Hôpital Léon Bérard
Hyères, 83418, France
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Pôle MPR Saint Hélier
Rennes, 35043, France
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USSAP - Centre Bouffard Vercelli
Perpignan, 66962, France