Virtual reality headsets bring peace to ICU patients
NCT ID NCT07649876
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether short, calming virtual reality (VR) sessions can safely reduce anxiety, agitation, and delirium in adult intensive care unit (ICU) patients. Thirty participants will watch nature-based VR content using a headset. The main goal is to see if this approach is practical and well-tolerated in a busy surgical ICU.
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Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center
RECRUITINGHershey, Pennsylvania, 17033, United States
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