Virtual reality offers new hope for sleepless pain patients
NCT ID NCT04253691
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether virtual reality (VR) meditation can improve sleep and reduce anxiety in people with chronic pain and insomnia. About 30 adults with both conditions for at least 6 months will use VR meditation and track their sleep, pain, and mood. The goal is to see if this drug-free approach can help doctors treat the root causes of these symptoms.
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University of Missouri
Columbia, Missouri, 65212, United States
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