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VR games tested as fun therapy for duchenne muscular dystrophy

NCT ID NCT07039799

Symptom relief Sponsor: Istanbul University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tests whether playing virtual reality games can help people with Duchenne muscular dystrophy improve their arm and hand function. 36 participants will either receive standard physiotherapy or the same therapy plus VR games using a Meta Quest 3 headset. The games are designed to work on shoulder, elbow, wrist, and hand movements. The goal is to see if VR can make rehabilitation more effective and enjoyable.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Virtual reality games via Meta Quest 3 headset with hand-tracking, combined with conventional physiotherapy
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a fun, engaging way to help people with Duchenne muscular dystrophy maintain or improve arm and hand function, potentially boosting independence in daily activities.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial (36 people) testing a behavioral intervention, not a drug. The benefits may be modest, and results may not apply to everyone with DMD. VR may cause dizziness or eye strain in some users.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

About 36 people

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Started

Aug 2025

Expected to finish

Aug 2027

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Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

7 to 18 years

Sex

Male participants only

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Clinical diagnosis of Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD) * Age ≥ 7 years * Ambulatory or non-ambulatory status (both are eligible) * Ability to follow movement instructions * Brooke Upper Extremity Functional Rating Scale (BUEFS) level ≤ 4 (i.e., able to bring hand to mouth) Exclusion Criteria: * Presence of any neurological diagnosis other than DMD * Cognitive, behavioral, or communication impairments that limit participation * Systemic illness or condition interfering with participation * Severe visual impairments incompatible with VR headset use * Presence of severe contractures or deformities that prevent execution of VR-based exercises

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Conditions

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Duchenne muscular dystrophy

As listed by the trial registrant

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Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) Virtual reality

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • İstanbul Üniversitesi Cerrahpaşa Tıp Fakültesi

    RECRUITING

    Istanbul, Fatih, 34098, Turkey (Türkiye)

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