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VR headsets could be the next tool for chronic pain relief

NCT ID NCT07434804

Symptom relief Sponsor: University College Dublin Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study tests whether a 6-week virtual reality (VR) program can help adults with chronic pain learn about pain science and manage their symptoms. Fifty participants will use VR headsets for one hour each week to watch educational content and do guided exercises. The goal is to see if this approach is feasible, acceptable, and safe, and to gather early data on pain, mood, and quality of life.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Virtual reality pain education program (Reality Health™ software)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a new, engaging way to help people with chronic pain understand and manage their condition without medication.
What could go wrong
This is a very early feasibility study with only 50 people and no comparison group. It may not show clear benefits, and results may not apply to everyone with chronic pain.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

About 50 people

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

Expected to start

Feb 2026

An estimate. Start dates often move.

Expected to finish

Dec 2026

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Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

18 years and older

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * ≥18 years old * Diagnosed with chronic pain by a consultant in pain medicine or a general practitioner with any type of chronic pain for at least 3 months * Report a pain intensity of \>3 on a Numerical Rating Scale * Be proficient in written and spoken English Exclusion Criteria: * Not able to provide informed consent * Scheduled for surgical treatment related to their pain condition within the next 6 months * Have a medical/psychiatric condition that would prevent engagement in the pain education programme

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Chronic Pain chronic pain syndrome Pain

As listed by the trial registrant

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Adults Chronic pain Chronic pain (back / neck) Neuroscience pain education Pain Virtual reality

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • School of Public Health, Physiotherapy and Sports Science, University College Dublin

    Dublin, D04, Ireland

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