Virtual reality tested as pain relief for pressure sore patients
NCT ID NCT07114003
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether using a virtual reality headset showing nature scenes with relaxing music can reduce pain and anxiety during dressing changes for pressure sores. Sixty-two adults with pressure sores will be randomly assigned to either receive VR during dressing or standard care. Researchers will measure pain, anxiety, and patient satisfaction before, during, and after the procedure.
What this could mean
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Active substance
virtual reality headset with nature scenes and relaxing music
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a drug-free way to ease pain and anxiety during wound dressing changes.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study with only 62 people. VR may cause dizziness or nausea in some, and results may not apply to everyone.
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Tarsus University
RECRUITINGMersin, Tarsus, 33400, Turkey (Türkiye)
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