Virtual reality games could make dialysis less miserable
NCT ID NCT04823286
First seen Feb 01, 2026 · Last updated Jun 22, 2026 · Updated 22 times
Summary
This study tests a virtual reality platform designed for people on hemodialysis. The platform includes games to encourage exercise, plus nutritional advice and psychological support. Researchers hope it will improve patients' walking ability, quality of life, and overall well-being. The study involves 70 stable dialysis patients.
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Locations
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Aristotle University of Thessaloniki
Thessaloniki, 57001, Greece
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Consorci Sanitari de Terrassa
Terrassa, Barcelona, Spain
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Hospital de Manises
Manises, Valencia, 46940, Spain
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KU Leuven
Leuven, 3000, Belgium
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Karolinska Institute
Stockholm, 14186, Sweden
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Skane Univeristy Hospital
Lund, Sweden
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Universitat Politécnica de Valéncia
Valencia, Valencia, 46022, Spain
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Universitat de Valencia
Valencia, Valencia, 46010, Spain
What this could mean
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Active substance
virtual reality health platform
What this could lead to
If successful, this could offer a new way to improve physical fitness, nutrition, and mental well-being for people on dialysis.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study with no control group, so results may not be conclusive. The virtual reality approach may not be practical or effective for all patients.
Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
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