VR movies calm cancer patients before radiation
NCT ID NCT06199050
First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated Jun 23, 2026 · Updated 41 times
Summary
This study tested whether watching 360° virtual reality movies can reduce fear and anxiety in cancer patients about to start radiation therapy. 292 adults with breast, lung, prostate, head and neck cancer, or brain tumors participated. Patients watched a VR movie and then filled out questionnaires about their stress and anxiety levels.
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Locations
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Maastricht Radiation Oncology
Maastricht, Netherlands
What this could mean
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Active substance
360° virtual reality movies
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a simple, drug-free way to help cancer patients feel less anxious before radiation treatment.
What could go wrong
This is a completed study, but results are not yet widely known. The effect may be small or not apply to all cancer types.
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