Virtual reality headsets aim to stop phantom pain before it starts

NCT ID NCT06956508

First seen Apr 15, 2026 ยท Last updated Apr 15, 2026

Summary

This study is testing if using virtual reality (VR) therapy right after a major limb amputation can prevent or reduce phantom limb pain. Researchers will enroll 50 patients who are scheduled for amputation. The goal is to see if early VR use can help the brain adapt better and reduce the need for pain medications.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • OrthoCarolina Research Institute

    Charlotte, North Carolina, 28207, United States

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