Virtual nature walks bring comfort to hospice patients and loved ones

NCT ID NCT06186960

First seen Mar 25, 2026 · Last updated May 01, 2026 · Updated 3 times

Summary

This study tested whether watching calming nature scenes together in virtual reality could help hospice patients and their caregivers feel better. 26 patient-caregiver pairs tried the experience, and researchers measured changes in quality of life, fear of death, and pain. The goal was to see if this shared activity is a helpful, drug-free way to support people at the end of life.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Cottingham Hospice House

    Seneca, South Carolina, 29672, United States

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