VR games aim to reboot attention in brain injury patients

NCT ID NCT05728840

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether virtual reality exercises can improve attention problems in people who have had a brain injury, like a stroke or traumatic brain injury. About 135 participants will either do VR-based cognitive games or standard pen-and-paper exercises for 20 sessions. The goal is to see if the VR approach is more effective at boosting attention and focus.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

Immersive virtual reality gamified cognitive activities

What this could lead to

If it works, this could offer a more engaging way to help people with brain injuries improve their attention and focus.

What could go wrong

This is an early-stage study with only 135 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The benefits of VR over standard exercises are still unproven.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, inattentive type attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder Cognition Disorders stroke disorder

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

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • University of Lausanne Hospitals

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    Lausanne, 1015, Switzerland

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