Virtual reality tested as a calming tool during chemo

NCT ID NCT07677436

Not yet recruiting Symptom relief Sponsor: Thoalfokar Mohammed Al-Obaidi Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 30, 2026 · Last updated Jul 01, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether using a virtual reality headset with guided imagery—like calming nature scenes and breathing exercises—can reduce pain, anxiety, and fatigue in women with breast cancer during chemotherapy. Participants are randomly assigned to either receive VR-guided imagery alongside their usual care or usual care alone. The goal is to see if this technology can make treatment sessions more comfortable.

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-guided imagery delivered via a VR headset
What this could lead to: If it works, this could offer a drug-free way to ease pain, anxiety, and fatigue during chemotherapy sessions.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage trial with 108 participants, so results may not apply to all patients. The effect may be modest or no better than standard care.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

anxiety anxiety disorder breast cancer breast neoplasm Fatigue Pain

As listed by the trial registrant

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

ANXIETY BREAST CANCER CHEMOTHERAPY FATIGUE GUIDED IMAGERY PAIN VIRTUAL REALITY

Contacts and locations

Locations

National Hospital for Oncology and Hematology in Najaf Governorate

Najaf, Najaf Governorate, Iraq

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