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Virtual reality vs. classroom: which method builds lasting hand hygiene habits in children?

NCT ID NCT07794345

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Mümin SAVAŞ Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Aug 31, 2026 · Last updated Sep 01, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether virtual reality (VR) headset training improves hand hygiene behaviors in primary school students more than a standard classroom lesson. Researchers will divide 195 students into three groups: one receives VR training, one receives traditional theory-based training, and one receives no training. They will measure changes in hygiene habits using a validated scale before and after the intervention to see which approach works best.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Virtual reality-based hand hygiene education and classical classroom-based hand hygiene education
What this could lead to
If VR training proves more effective, schools could adopt it to build stronger hand hygiene habits in children, potentially reducing the spread of infections.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study, and results may not apply broadly. VR headsets can be uncomfortable or cause dizziness, and the novelty might wear off, limiting long-term habit change.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

195 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Mar 2023

Finished

Jun 2023

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

Children (under 18), adults (18 to 64) and older adults (65 and over)

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * • Having a low hand hygiene level (39 points and above), * Agreeing to participate in the study. Exclusion Criteria: * • Wearing goggles, * Suffering from any disease during the research, * Withdrawing from the study.

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Conditions

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Child Behavior

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Child behavior Hand hygiene

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Adıyaman University

    Adıyaman, Adıyaman Province, 02040, Turkey (Türkiye)

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