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VR hypnosis may calm Alzheimer's patients during bath time

NCT ID NCT07264439

Symptom relief Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire, Amiens Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study tests whether a virtual reality headset that plays hypnotic stories and images can reduce anxiety and resistance during hygiene care for people with Alzheimer's disease. Researchers will compare the VR approach to standard care in 24 patients living in a long-term care center. The goal is to see if this calming technique can make bathing and toileting less stressful for both patients and caregivers.

What this could mean

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Active substance
virtual reality headset with hypnotic scenarios
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a drug-free way to ease distress during personal care for people with Alzheimer's.
What could go wrong
This is a very small early study with only 24 participants, so results may not apply widely. The effect may be small or no better than standard care.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

About 24 people

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Started

Sep 2025

Expected to finish

May 2027

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Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

18 years and older

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Residents of the St-Victor center (CHU Amiens-Picardie), including nursing home units, reinforced care units, and long-term care units; * Patients diagnosed with ADRD presenting opposition or agitation during hygiene and toileting care; * Affiliation to a social security scheme, * Informed consent signed by the patient or legal representative. Exclusion Criteria: * Residents in terminal palliative care.

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Conditions

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Alzheimer disease psychiatric disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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Alzheimer's disease and related disorders (ADRD) Behavioral disturbances Effectiveness Hygiene care Hypnotic scenarios Virtual reality

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Amiens University Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Amiens, 80054, France

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