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VR physiotherapy: a new hope for back pain sufferers?

NCT ID NCT07463105

Symptom relief Sponsor: University of Rzeszow Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study compares virtual reality-based rehabilitation to standard physiotherapy for people with chronic low back pain. Eighty participants aged 40-65 will be split into two groups: one doing VR exercises plus standard care, the other only standard care. The goal is to see if VR can improve pain, balance, mobility, and quality of life over four weeks, with follow-up at eight weeks.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Virtual reality-assisted rehabilitation (non-immersive VR training using Tecnobody Homing Studio system)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could offer a more engaging and effective rehabilitation option for chronic low back pain, potentially improving pain, mobility, and quality of life.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with only 80 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The VR approach may not be significantly better than standard physiotherapy, and long-term benefits are unknown.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

About 80 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Expected to start

Apr 2026

An estimate. Start dates often move.

Expected to finish

May 2027

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.

Ages

40 to 65 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Diagnosis of chronic low back pain lasting at least 3 months * Average pain intensity ≥4/10 during the previous week on the Numeric Rating Scale (NRS) * Age between 40 and 65 years * Ability to walk independently without assistive devices * Functional disability related to low back pain defined as Oswestry Disability Index (ODI) ≥15% * No contraindications to participation in a physiotherapy program or virtual reality training * Ability to understand study procedures and follow instructions * Written informed consent to participate in the study Exclusion Criteria: * Acute low back pain or pain lasting less than 3 months * Neurological, orthopedic, rheumatological, oncological diseases or active inflammatory conditions that may affect study outcomes * Cognitive impairment limiting the ability to understand instructions or participate in rehabilitation * Contraindications to virtual reality training such as severe dizziness, nausea, epilepsy, or severe visual or auditory impairment * Contraindications to body composition analysis (e.g., implanted cardiac pacemaker or other electronic implants) * Unstable medical condition or uncontrolled cardiovascular or respiratory disorders preventing participation in rehabilitation * Participation in other rehabilitation programs during the study period * Failure to complete the four-week rehabilitation program * Lack of written informed consent

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Kinesiophobia

As listed by the trial registrant

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Chronic low back pain

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Sensoreh Pastyrzak Centrum rehabilitacji niemowląt, dzieci i dorosłych

    RECRUITING

    Sanok, Podkarpackie Voivodeship, 38-500, Poland

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