VR headsets help heart patients stay calm during awake procedure

NCT ID NCT07483619

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: Koç University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested whether wearing a virtual reality headset showing a nature video could reduce pain and anxiety in 90 adults undergoing coronary angiography, a heart procedure where patients are awake. One group watched the VR video during the procedure, while the other received standard care. Researchers measured pain and anxiety before and after to see if VR made a difference.

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 headset with nature-themed video
What this could lead to: If it works, this could give hospitals a simple, drug-free way to help patients feel less pain and worry during awake heart procedures.
What could go wrong: This is a small, completed trial (90 people). Results may not apply to everyone, and VR might not work for all patients or in all hospitals.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

agnosia anxiety anxiety disorder Pain

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

ANXIETY CORONARY ANGIOGRAPHY (CAG) PAIN VIRTUAL REALITY

Contacts and locations

Locations

Koç University

Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye)

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