Virtual nature walks may soothe Post-Surgery anxiety — a trial puts it to the test

NCT ID NCT07727291

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: Firat University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jul 27, 2026 · Last updated Jul 28, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This trial investigates whether a 20-minute virtual reality nature scene or the Benson Relaxation Technique can lower anxiety and increase happiness in adults who have recently had bariatric surgery. Participants are randomly assigned to one of two groups or a control group, and their anxiety and happiness levels are measured using standard questionnaires. The goal is to find simple, non-drug ways to support emotional well-being after surgery.

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 headset and the Benson Relaxation Technique
What this could lead to: If effective, these simple, drug-free techniques could offer a low-cost way to improve emotional recovery after weight-loss surgery.
What could go wrong: This is a single-center trial with 180 participants, so results may not apply broadly. The interventions are brief and may not produce lasting changes in anxiety or happiness.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

anxiety anxiety disorder obesity disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

ANXIETY BENSON RELAXATION TECHNIQUE VIRTUAL REALITY HEADSET

Contacts and locations

Locations

Firat Universty

Elâzığ, 23119, Turkey (Türkiye)

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