Virtual reality may ease pain and speed recovery after bariatric surgery
NCT ID NCT04754165
First seen Jul 08, 2026 · Last updated Jul 09, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether using immersive virtual reality (VR) relaxation right after bariatric surgery can improve recovery. Participants choose calming scenes like mountains or beaches to help them relax. The trial measures how well patients feel they recover, their pain levels, and how much pain medication they need. If it works, VR could offer a simple, non-drug way to support recovery after surgery.
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 Immersive Relaxation
- What this could lead to
- If effective, VR could become a standard, drug-free tool to help people recover more comfortably after bariatric surgery.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage study. The benefits may be modest, and VR may not work for everyone or significantly change recovery.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center
Boston, Massachusetts, 02215, United States
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