Virtual getaway eases burden for transplant caregivers

NCT ID NCT05909202

First seen Jan 08, 2026 · Last updated Apr 17, 2026 · Updated 8 times

Summary

This study tested whether watching nature scenes through virtual reality headsets could reduce stress in people caring for family members after a stem cell transplant. Twenty-eight caregivers used VR headsets daily for four weeks, watching immersive nature videos. Researchers measured their stress, fatigue, sleep, and mood to see if the virtual nature experience provided relief.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • National Institutes of Health Clinical Center

    Bethesda, Maryland, 20892, United States

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