Can virtual reality help seniors move better? new trial investigates
NCT ID NCT07026890
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether virtual reality (VR) can improve movement in elderly people with Psychomotor Disadaptation Syndrome, a condition that affects balance and walking. Fifty hospitalized patients will either receive standard rehab or VR sessions three times a week. The goal is to see if VR makes rehab more effective and engaging.
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 rehabilitation sessions
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could offer a more engaging and effective way to help elderly patients regain mobility and reduce fall risk.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage trial with only 50 participants, so results may not apply widely. VR may not be better than standard exercises and could cause discomfort or dizziness in some patients.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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CHU Dijon Bourgogne
RECRUITINGDijon, 21000, France
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