VR therapy could speed up wrist recovery after fractures

NCT ID NCT07408622

Ongoing Symptom relief Sponsor: University of Malaga Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tests whether using virtual reality and action observation therapy during the time a wrist or hand is in a cast can improve recovery. Participants watch first-person videos of hand movements through a VR headset and then practice those movements. The goal is to prevent negative brain changes that happen when a limb is immobilized, leading to faster and more complete recovery.

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 and action observation therapy
What this could lead to: If it works, this could lead to a new rehabilitation method that speeds up recovery and reduces long-term pain and stiffness after wrist or hand injuries.
What could go wrong: This is a small early-stage trial with only 28 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The therapy is also time-intensive and requires special equipment.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

bone fracture disease of the tendon injury radius fracture Wrist Injuries

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

HAND AND UPPER LIMB TRAUMA MUSKULOSKELETAN PAIN WRIST INJURIES

Contacts and locations

Locations

Universidad de Málaga

Málaga, Málaga, 29100, Spain

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