Virtual reality workouts could be the new fix for stubborn back pain
NCT ID NCT07207083
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study is testing whether a 15-minute virtual reality exercise program can reduce pain and improve movement in adults with chronic low back pain. Sixty participants will wear a VR headset and do guided exercises, then be evaluated for pain, flexibility, and fear of movement. The goal is to see if VR can offer a safe, engaging way to manage long-term back pain.
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- Phase
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Not a phased trial
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- Participants
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About 60 people
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- Started
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Sep 2025
- Expected to finish
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Dec 2025
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- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
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18 to 40 years
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: * Age 18-40 years. * Non-specific chronic low back pain lasting ≥3 months. * Baseline pain intensity VAS ≥4/10. * Kinesiophobia (TSK-13) ≥34. * Able to perform physical activity using immersive VR (screened as suitable for head-mounted display-based activity). * Understands the study purpose and procedures and provides written informed consent. Exclusion Criteria: * Severe pain making participation infeasible: VAS ≥8/10. * Lumbar spine surgery within the past 6 months. * Severe musculoskeletal disorders (e.g., advanced osteoarthritis, pathological vertebral fracture). * Neurological disorders (e.g., multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, stroke). * Cardiovascular disease (e.g., heart failure, clinically significant arrhythmia, recent myocardial infarction). * Simulator Sickness Questionnaire (SSQ): total score ≥20 or any single item scored 3. * Vulnerable populations excluded: minors, older adults, individuals with psychiatric disorders or cognitive impairment, and pregnant persons.
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Locations
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Sahmyook University, Science Hall 3
Seoul, Seoul, 01795, South Korea
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