Virtual reality calms nerves and lowers blood pressure in clinic
NCT ID NCT06960057
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested whether a short, calming virtual reality (VR) experience could reduce blood pressure and anxiety in adults with suspected white coat hypertension—where blood pressure spikes due to clinic stress. Seventy-nine participants used a VR headset for 5 minutes during a clinic visit. Their blood pressure and anxiety were measured before and after. The goal is to see if VR can make clinic blood pressure readings more accurate and less stressful.
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 relaxation session
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could offer a simple, drug-free way to reduce blood pressure spikes during clinic visits for people with white coat hypertension.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage study with no control group, so results may not be conclusive. The effect may be temporary or not apply to everyone.
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Mayo Clinic Florida
Jacksonville, Florida, 32081, United States
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