Forest bathing tested as fatigue fix for cancer survivors
NCT ID NCT06931132
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether nature-based therapies can reduce fatigue and improve sleep, mood, and concentration in cancer survivors. 172 participants will be assigned to real forest bathing, a virtual reality forest experience, guided imagery, or a waitlist. Each session lasts 30 minutes, once a week for 8 weeks.
What this could mean
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Active substance
forest bathing (real, virtual reality, or guided imagery)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a simple, drug-free way to help cancer survivors feel less tired and improve their quality of life.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with no blinding, so results may be influenced by expectations. The effects may be modest and not apply to all survivors.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Dr med. Marcela Winkler
Stuttgart, Baden-Wurttemberg, 70439, Germany
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PD Dr. Claudia Löffler
Würzburg, Bavaria, 97080, Germany