Virtual reality nature break could ease stress for those with mobility issues
NCT ID NCT06682143
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This pilot study tests whether a 5-minute virtual reality (VR) greenspace experience can lower stress in 25 adults with mobility impairments. Participants will either engage in a VR nature activity or sit quietly, and researchers will measure stress through surveys and saliva samples. The goal is to see if VR can offer a quick, accessible way to manage stress for people who may have limited access to real outdoor spaces.
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 greenspace exposure
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could offer a simple, drug-free way to help people with mobility impairments manage stress.
- What could go wrong
- This is a very small pilot study with only 25 participants. Results may not apply to everyone, and the stress reduction might be short-lived or no better than sitting quietly.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Birmingham, Alabama, 35294, United States
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