Could a VR headset or deep breaths calm chemo anxiety?

NCT ID NCT07745946

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: Ankara Medipol University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Aug 04, 2026 · Last updated Aug 07, 2026 · Updated 3 times

Summary

This study tests whether using virtual reality glasses or doing breathing exercises during chemotherapy can help reduce anxiety in breast cancer patients. Participants will be divided into three groups: one using VR glasses, one doing guided breathing exercises, and one receiving standard care. Anxiety levels will be measured before and after each session to see if these techniques make a difference.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Virtual reality glasses and breathing exercises
What this could lead to: If effective, these simple, drug-free techniques could offer breast cancer patients a practical way to reduce anxiety during chemotherapy sessions.
What could go wrong: The trial is relatively small and early, and results may not apply to all patients. The techniques may not significantly reduce anxiety for everyone, and individual responses can vary.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

anxiety disorder breast cancer breast neoplasm neoplasm

As listed by the trial registrant

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

BREAST CANCER

Contacts and locations

Locations

Ankara Medipol University

Ankara, Turkey (Türkiye)

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