VR takes hospitalized kids on a trip to the wonders of the world

NCT ID NCT06911996

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: Stanford University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study tests whether virtual reality (VR) field trips can improve the emotional well-being and learning of children aged 5 to 17 who are stuck in the hospital. Participants will wear a VR headset to visit famous landmarks and then do a hands-on science experiment. Researchers will measure their feelings of awe and knowledge before and after the experience.

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 (VR) headset with educational field trips and hands-on science experiments
What this could lead to: If it works, this could offer a fun, educational way to improve emotional well-being for children stuck in the hospital.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early study with only 100 participants. The effects on awe and learning may be small or not last. Some children may get motion sickness or seizures from the VR headset.

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VIRTUAL REALITY

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Locations

Lucile Packard Children's Hospital Stanford
RECRUITING

Palo Alto, California, 94304, United States

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