Virtual reality goggles could replace pills for procedure pain
NCT ID NCT05289999
First seen Jul 01, 2026 · Last updated Jul 01, 2026
Summary
This study investigates whether wearing a virtual reality headset during epidural injections can lower pain and anxiety in people with nerve root pain (radiculopathy). Participants receive two injections, each with the headset, and researchers measure anxiety levels and pain scores. The goal is to see if this simple, non-drug technique improves the experience of a common but stressful procedure.
What this could mean
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Active substance
virtual reality headset
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a drug-free way to ease pain and anxiety during common medical procedures.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study with only 70 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The effect may be small or no better than standard care.
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Centre Hospitalier Du Mans
RECRUITINGLe Mans, 72000, France
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