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VR goggles could speed up recovery after major surgery

NCT ID NCT07493499

Symptom relief Sponsor: Alexandria University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Aug 12, 2026 · Updated 3 times

Summary

This study tests whether using virtual reality (VR) before and after major abdominal surgery can improve recovery and shorten hospital stays. Sixty adults will either receive standard care or add VR sessions with guided relaxation and breathing exercises. The goal is to see if this drug-free approach reduces pain, anxiety, and time in the hospital.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Immersive virtual reality (VR) sessions with nature and relaxation content
What this could lead to
If it works, VR could become a simple, drug-free way to help people recover faster and feel better after major abdominal surgery.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with only 60 people, so results may not apply to everyone. VR might cause side effects like dizziness or nausea in some patients.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

84 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Mar 2026

Finished

Jun 2026

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

18 to 60 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Adult patients aged 18 to 60 years. * Scheduled for elective major abdominal surgery (e.g., colorectal, gastric, or hepatobiliary procedures). * Physical and cognitive ability to provide informed consent. * Ability to use and interact with Virtual Reality (VR) equipment (head-mounted display). * Followed the standardized Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) protocol at the hospital. Exclusion Criteria: \- Patients with a history of epilepsy or photosensitive seizures. * Significant cognitive impairment or diagnosed psychiatric disorders that may interfere with study participation. * Severe visual or auditory impairments that prevent effective interaction with VR content. * Patients with pre-existing motion sickness or severe vertigo. * Presence of open wounds or infections in the head or face area that prevent wearing the VR headset.

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Conditions

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Pain, Postoperative

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Abdominal surgery Length of hospital stay Postoperative pain Postoperative recovery

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Alexandria University Hospital, Faculty of Nursing

    Alexandria, Alexandria Governorate, 21511, Egypt

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