Virtual reality showdown: which type of VR helps Parkinson's patients walk and think better?
NCT ID NCT07659288
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This pilot study compares two types of virtual reality (VR) rehabilitation for people with Parkinson's disease: immersive VR using a headset and non-immersive VR using a tablet. The goal is to see which approach better improves walking, balance, and thinking skills. Sixteen participants will undergo six weeks of training, and researchers will measure changes in gait, mobility, and cognitive function. The results will help design larger future studies.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Virtual reality rehabilitation (immersive and non-immersive)
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this study could show which type of virtual reality therapy works best for improving movement and thinking in people with Parkinson's disease.
- What could go wrong
- This is a very small pilot study with only 16 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The therapies are experimental and may not lead to lasting improvements.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Escuela de Kinesiología, Facultad de Salud, Universidad Santo Tomás
La Serena, Chile
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