Could virtual reality ease chronic neck pain?
NCT ID NCT06235515
First seen Jul 14, 2026 · Last updated Jul 15, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study investigates whether adding virtual reality therapy to standard physical therapy (hot packs, TENS, and exercises) can improve outcomes for adults with chronic neck pain lasting at least 12 weeks. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive either conventional treatment alone or conventional treatment plus virtual reality sessions. The researchers will measure changes in pain levels, neck disability, range of motion, fear of movement, sleep quality, and anxiety and depression scores.
What this could mean
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- Active substance
- virtual reality therapy added to conventional physical therapy (hot pack, TENS, and exercise)
- What this could lead to
- If effective, adding virtual reality to standard care could offer a new, engaging way to reduce pain and improve neck function for people with chronic neck pain.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage study with only 62 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. Virtual reality may cause dizziness or discomfort in some people.
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Conditions
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Kırşehir Ahi Evran University
Kırşehir, Kırşehir, Turkey (Türkiye)
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