Virtual reality driving simulator boosts mood in heart patients

NCT ID NCT07195279

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 16, 2026 · Updated 27 times

Summary

This study tested whether adding a virtual reality driving simulator to standard heart rehabilitation could improve patients' emotional well-being and reduce anxiety and depression. Sixty adults recovering from heart surgery took part. The results help understand if VR can make rehab more engaging and less stressful.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • IRCCS Santa Lucia foundationa and Nomentana Hospital

    Rome, Lazio, 00179, Italy

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