Virtual reality offers new hope for phantom limb pain

NCT ID NCT05296265

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 13, 2026 · Updated 29 times

Summary

This study tested two virtual reality treatments for phantom limb pain in 46 adults who had a leg amputated. One group played VR games using a virtual leg, while the other watched an immersive VR experience without leg movement. The goal was to see which approach better reduces pain intensity and improves pain quality.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Moss Rehabilitation Research Institute

    Elkins Park, Pennsylvania, 19027, United States

  • University of Pennsylvania

    Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19104, United States

  • University of Washington-Harborview Medical Center

    Seattle, Washington, 98104, United States

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