Virtual reality tested as a tool to study hand tremors
NCT ID NCT06393439
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This pilot study is testing whether virtual reality motor tasks can help understand functional tremor, a type of movement disorder. Researchers will measure reaction time and brain activity in 48 people with functional tremor, essential tremor, or healthy controls. The goal is to see how virtual hand movements affect tremor and brain signals.
What this could mean
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What this could lead to
If successful, this study could help understand how virtual reality might be used to assess or manage functional tremor.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early pilot study with only 48 participants. It is not testing a treatment, so it may not lead to any direct clinical benefit.
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Medical University of Graz, Department of Neurology
RECRUITINGGraz, 8010, Austria
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