Clinical trials
Virtual Reality clinical trials
Below are recruiting virtual reality clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 460 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07475247Recruiting
Hospital help for teens hurt by violence
This trial offers support and resources in the hospital for teens (13-17) who were hurt in a violent incident, and also involves their parent or caregiver.
Richmond, VirginiaAges 13–17 - NCT07437833Recruiting
Self-regulation exercises for women with ADHD and stable bipolar disorder
This study tests how six different self-regulation techniques affect your body and brain during one session. It's designed for women with both ADHD and stabilized bipolar disorder who have been off psychiatric medications for at least two years.
PoznanAges 18–35 - NCT07437872Recruiting
Virtual reality therapy for social anxiety
This study tests if virtual reality can help people with social anxiety disorder feel less anxious in social situations. If you are 18 or older and live near Mountain View, California, you may be able to join.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07426315Recruiting
Virtual reality therapy for kids with ADHD, autism, or cerebral palsy
This trial tests whether virtual reality can help children aged 8-18 with ADHD, autism, or cerebral palsy improve brain function and learning. Participants will use VR as part of a rehabilitation program.
Messina, MessinaAges 8–18 - NCT07434089Recruiting
Walking therapy and gut health in Parkinson's
This trial tests how a special treadmill (C-Mill) training affects the connection between your brain and gut in Parkinson's disease. It may help improve walking and gut symptoms.
Messina, MessinaAges 40–70 - NCT07433608Recruiting
Video games for healthy aging
This study is testing whether playing a video game can help improve thinking, memory, or physical function in older adults. If you are 60 or older, don't have dementia or major health issues, and can follow instructions, you may be able to join.
Istanbul, ZeytinburnuAges 60–69 - NCT07427862Recruiting
Virtual reality for kids having interventional radiology
This study tests if using virtual reality (VR) during interventional radiology procedures can help children feel more comfortable and less anxious. It is looking for children ages 8 and older who are in the normal range of development.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 8 years+ - NCT06627426Recruiting
Virtual reality for helping patients understand brain surgery
This trial uses virtual reality to help you better understand your upcoming brain surgery, such as for an aneurysm, abnormal blood vessels, or a tumor. It aims to improve how information is given before surgery.
BaselAges 18–75 - NCT07412899Enrolling by invitation
Virtual reality rehab for arm recovery after stroke
This trial tests a virtual reality system to help improve arm and hand movement in people who have had a stroke. It looks at whether this technology is practical and helpful for recovery in Ethiopia.
Jimma, OromiyaAges 1.5 years+ - NCT07408206RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Virtual reality for sleep, dreams, and mental health
This study tests if a virtual reality program can help with mild anxiety by improving sleep and dreaming. You'll wear a headband during sleep to track your dreams.
Evanston, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT07403396Recruiting
Balance test using VR for kids with autism
This study uses a virtual reality system to test how children with autism balance. It may help understand movement challenges and find better ways to support them.
MessinaAges 6–13 - NCT06024473Recruiting
Brain stimulation and virtual reality for memory loss
This study uses a combination of brain stimulation (rTMS) and virtual reality exercises to help improve memory and thinking. It is for people aged 55 and older who have Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI), a condition that can affect memory but is not dementia.
Little Rock, ArkansasAges 55 years+ - NCT07388693Recruiting
Virtual reality with scents for alcohol craving
This study tests if adding scents to virtual reality scenes helps people with alcohol dependence manage cravings. You may be eligible if you often feel strong urges to drink and have been sober for at least a week.
Berlin, State of BerlinAges 18–65 - NCT07373223Recruiting
Virtual reality for schema therapy with parent and child modes
This study tests whether virtual reality can help with schema therapy exercises. It is for patients whose current emotional struggles are linked to early life experiences. The goal is to see if VR makes these exercises more helpful.
Groningen, Provincie GroningenAges 18–65 - NCT07367256Recruiting
Virtual reality for emotion understanding in autistic children
This trial uses virtual reality to help children with autism better understand emotions. It may improve how they recognize and respond to feelings.
Messina, ItalyAges 7–10 - NCT07362069Enrolling by invitation
Virtual reality program to prevent teen vaping
This trial tests whether a virtual reality experience can help 8th graders avoid or stop using e-cigarettes. School staff will also learn how to support students' mental health.
New Haven, ConnecticutAges 12–15 - NCT06846190Recruiting
Modified arm therapy versus virtual reality for children with cerebral palsy
This study compares two types of therapy to help children with cerebral palsy use their weaker arm better. One therapy involves gently restraining the strong arm to encourage use of the weaker arm, and the other uses virtual reality games to practice arm movements.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 6–12 - NCT06320106Recruiting
Navigating abilities in children with cerebral palsy
This study compares how children with cerebral palsy and their peers navigate spaces. It aims to understand differences in orientation and movement skills.
Bosisio Parini, LeccoAges 13 years+ - NCT06642636Recruiting
Virtual reality before ICU for lung transplant patients
This study tests if a virtual reality experience before entering the ICU can help prepare you. It is for people waiting for a lung transplant.
Rotterdam, South HollandAges 18–71 - NCT07338292Recruiting
Virtual reality for pain and anxiety in urology procedures
This study tests if using virtual reality can reduce pain and anxiety during outpatient urology procedures like circumcision, prostate biopsy, or flexible cystoscopy. If you are having one of these procedures for the first time, you may be able to participate.
PadovaAges 18–99 - NCT06304077Recruiting
VR walking therapy for older adults in rehab
This trial tests whether virtual reality can make walking therapy more engaging and effective for older adults in a hospital rehab program. It is for German-speaking inpatients over 65 who can walk at least 30 meters with or without a walking aid.
Schaffhausen, Canton of SchaffhausenAges 65 years+ - NCT07320209Recruiting
Brain and Body Responses to Virtual Reality Food Cues
This trial uses virtual reality to show you different food cues, like chocolate biscuits or pickles, and measures your brain activity and body responses to understand how these cues affect you. It may help researchers learn more about food cravings and eating behaviors.
Istanbul, MaltepeAges 18 years+ - NCT07319039Recruiting
Brain scan study of breathlessness in cancer, COPD, and heart failure
This study uses a brain scan (fMRI) to learn how the brain processes shortness of breath in people with advanced heart failure, COPD, or lung cancer. It aims to help doctors better understand and treat breathlessness.
Geneva, Canton of GenevaAges 18 years+ - NCT07323498Recruiting
Virtual reality treatment for public speaking fear
This study tests if virtual reality can help people who get very nervous giving speeches. You would practice speaking in a virtual setting to build confidence.
Marburg, HesseAges 18–70
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for virtual reality?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 460 recruiting virtual reality studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a virtual reality trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a virtual reality trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
Related conditions
Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.