Time travel in VR: could 1960s scenes revive memories in Alzheimer's?
NCT ID NCT07645638
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study tested if immersive virtual reality (VR) can improve memory and thinking in people with Alzheimer's disease. 33 participants wore VR headsets to explore scenes from 1960s Burgos, Spain, designed to trigger personal memories. Researchers measured changes in cognitive tests and brain activity before and after the sessions.
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) sessions recreating 1960s Burgos
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could point toward a non-drug way to improve memory and quality of life for people with Alzheimer's.
- What could go wrong
- This was a very small, early study (33 people) with no control group. Results may not apply to everyone, and any benefits might be temporary or due to the novelty of VR.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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University of Burgos
Burgos, Burgos, 09001, Spain
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