VR therapy offers new hope for 'Sea Legs' disorder
NCT ID NCT05460520
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests a virtual reality therapy for Mal de Débarquement Syndrome (MdDS), a balance disorder causing persistent rocking or swaying sensations. Two hundred participants will undergo five days of treatment using VR to retrain their balance system. The goal is to improve symptoms and reduce sensitivity to motion, with follow-up for up to six months.
What this could mean
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Active substance
VOR readaptation therapy using virtual reality
What this could lead to
If successful, this could provide a more accessible and effective treatment for Mal de Débarquement Syndrome, potentially reducing or eliminating symptoms like rocking and swaying sensations.
What could go wrong
This is an early-stage trial with no prior results for the VR-based approach. The therapy may not work for all patients, and some may experience no improvement or temporary side effects like dizziness.
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Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
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