Virtual reality could be the new painkiller
NCT ID NCT06214923
First seen Jan 30, 2026 · Last updated May 21, 2026 · Updated 15 times
Summary
This study looks at how immersive virtual reality changes the way the brain processes chronic pain, compared to a placebo effect. Researchers will measure brain activity and pain tolerance in 78 adults with temporomandibular disorder (jaw pain) lasting at least 3 months. The goal is to develop new, low-risk, non-drug treatments for pain management.
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Luana Colloca
RECRUITINGBaltimore, Maryland, 21201-1512, United States
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University of Maryland
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