Virtual reality headsets could replace painkillers after hip surgery

NCT ID NCT07689461

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

First seen Jul 08, 2026 · Last updated Jul 09, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether a 30-minute virtual reality session with nature scenes and music can reduce pain, anxiety, and improve comfort in people who just had hip replacement surgery. Participants choose from forest, beach, underwater, or outdoor footage. The goal is to see if VR can be a safe, non-drug option to help 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
What this could lead to: If it works, VR could become a standard, drug-free tool to help patients feel less pain and anxiety after hip replacement surgery.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage trial. VR may not work for everyone, and its effects might be short-lived or no better than standard care.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

anxiety anxiety disorder osteoarthritis, hip Pain, Postoperative

As listed by the trial registrant

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

ANXIETY COMFORT HIP ARTHROPATHY PAIN, POSTOPERATIVE VIRTUAL REALITY

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Locations

Malatya Turgut Özal University
RECRUITING

Malatya, 44900, Turkey (Türkiye)

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