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Can virtual nature walks boost brain health in older adults?

NCT ID NCT07802392

Symptom relief Sponsor: Consorci Sanitari de Terrassa Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Sep 03, 2026 · Last updated Sep 04, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether an immersive virtual reality program using nature scenes can improve cognitive and emotional well-being in older adults with mild to moderate cognitive impairment. Participants will attend 10 group sessions that combine virtual nature environments with mindfulness, cognitive stimulation, and breathing exercises. Researchers will measure changes in cognitive function, anxiety, daily functioning, and quality of life before and after the program. The study also includes an initial phase with healthy volunteers to refine the virtual environments.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Immersive virtual reality program using nature-based environments, combined with mindfulness, cognitive stimulation, and breathing techniques
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a drug-free way to support cognitive function and emotional well-being in older adults with mild to moderate cognitive impairment, potentially aiding healthy aging.
What could go wrong
This is an early, non-randomized study without a control group, so results may not be conclusive. The intervention is short-term, and any benefits might not last or generalize to broader populations.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

About 230 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Started

Mar 2026

Expected to finish

Dec 2026

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

65 years and older

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Age ≥ 65 years * Diagnosis of mild or moderate cognitive impairment * Ability to understand study procedures and follow instructions * Ability to provide informed consent (or consent provided by a legal representative) * Attendance at participating day care centers or residential facilities (Phase 2) * For Phase 1: healthy adults without cognitive impairment Exclusion Criteria: * Severe cognitive impairment or diagnosis of advanced dementia * Severe visual, auditory, or motor impairments that prevent use of virtual reality * Neurological or psychiatric conditions that may interfere with participation * History of epilepsy or conditions contraindicating virtual reality exposure * Severe behavioral disturbances or agitation * Participation in other clinical studies that may interfere with results

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Conditions

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cognitive disorder Cognitive Dysfunction

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Cognitive dysfunction

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Consorci Sanitari de Terrassa

    RECRUITING

    Terrassa, Barcelona, 08227, Spain

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