Virtual reality headsets tested to calm cancer patients during radiation
NCT ID NCT06506435
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether watching a virtual reality video about radiotherapy before treatment can lower anxiety in cancer patients. About 150 adults with cancer will be randomly assigned to see a standard 2D video, a first-person VR video, or a third-person VR video. Researchers will measure anxiety levels using a standard questionnaire to see which approach works best.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Virtual reality video (first-person or third-person) and standard 2D informational video
What this could lead to
If successful, this could show that virtual reality is a simple, drug-free way to help cancer patients feel less anxious during radiotherapy.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study (150 people) at one hospital, so results may not apply to everyone. The effect may be small or no better than a standard video.
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