Clinical trials
Virtual Reality clinical trials
Below are recruiting virtual reality clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 479 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- 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 - NCT02560805RecruitingPhase 2
Study drugs that affect stress nerves and blood pressure in PTSD
This Phase 2 study looks at how stress-related nerve activity and a hormone called angiotensin II may be involved in PTSD, and how specific blood-pressure-related medicines affect the body. You may be eligible if you are a PTSD patient (or a matched control without PTSD) and meet safety criteria.
Decatur, GeorgiaAges 18–65 - NCT03221244Recruiting
Virtual reality training for attention difficulties
This study tests whether a virtual reality program can help improve attention and inattention symptoms. It targets people who have significant attention problems (including ADHD-related symptoms) and can use a computer.
Sacramento, CaliforniaAges 8–12 - NCT07676578Recruiting
Virtual reality walking rehab for recent stroke patients
This study tests if using a virtual reality headset during walking exercises can help people who had a stroke within the past 1 to 6 months improve their walking. You might be able to join if you can walk a bit but still need help or practice, and your doctor approves.
Indianapolis, IndianaAges 18 years+ - NCT03225625Enrolling by invitation
Stem cell, virtual reality, and training after spinal cord injury
This study tests whether stem cell treatment along with virtual reality–based training can improve function after spinal cord injury that is not expected to recover with standard care. It’s designed for adults who are medically stable and can safely complete follow-up assessments.
Coral Springs, FloridaAges 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 - 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+ - 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 - 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+ - 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 - 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 - NCT07474987Recruiting
Virtual reality test for brain injury diagnosis
This study uses a virtual reality device that shines light into your eyes to check how your pupils react. It aims to help diagnose and track traumatic brain injury in soldiers.
Tel Litwinsky, Tel Aviv (Gosh Dan)Ages 18–67 - NCT07558551Recruiting
Virtual Reality vs. Traditional Anatomy Learning
This study compares two ways of teaching anatomy to first-year medical students: using virtual reality headsets versus traditional classroom methods. Researchers want to see which approach helps students learn better and feel more confident about anatomy.
Kyrenia, KeryneiaAges 18 years+ - NCT07585500Recruiting
Virtual Reality to Help Recovery in ICU Patients
This study tests whether using virtual reality (VR) glasses can help patients recover better after spending time in the intensive care unit. The VR program is designed to help regain strength, movement, and mental function during recovery.
Porto, Porto DistrictAges 18 years+ - NCT07609966Recruiting
Virtual Reality for Stroke Arm Recovery
This trial tests whether virtual reality exercises help stroke patients recover arm and hand movement faster and better. You'd use VR games alongside your regular rehabilitation therapy in the hospital and after going home.
GironaAges 18 years+ - NCT07624929Enrolling by invitation
Virtual Reality to Reduce Anxiety During Varicose Vein Treatment
This study tests whether wearing a virtual reality headset during varicose vein treatment (a minimally invasive laser procedure on your legs) can help reduce anxiety and pain. You'd use VR while the doctor treats the problematic veins under local anesthesia.
BydgoszczAges 18 years+ - 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+ - NCT07299916Enrolling by invitation
Brain stimulation and virtual reality for anxiety disorders
This trial tests if a combination of non-invasive brain stimulation (tDCS) and virtual reality meditation can reduce anxiety in people with Generalized Anxiety Disorder or related conditions. It aims to find a new, non-medication way to help manage symptoms.
Hong KongAges 16–70 - NCT07297862Enrolling by invitation
Virtual reality sickness test for stroke survivors
This study compares stroke survivors and healthy people to see how virtual reality (VR) affects them, specifically looking at motion sickness symptoms. It may help understand if VR is safe to use after a stroke.
BoluAges 18–80 - NCT07238439Enrolling by invitation
VR game for dementia education in nursing students
This trial tests if a virtual reality game helps nursing students learn about dementia care. It is designed for students at Universitas Airlangga who have not used similar VR dementia programs before.
Surabaya, East JavaAges Any age - NCT07023692Enrolling by invitation
Using visual and sound tricks to ease pain and worry during a bone marrow test
This trial tests whether watching a video or listening to sounds can help reduce pain and anxiety during a bone marrow aspiration or biopsy. It's for adults who are either healthy volunteers or patients without a blood cancer diagnosis, and who need this test at the clinic in Lund, Sweden.
Lund, Skåne CountyAges 18 years+ - NCT06898827Enrolling by invitation
Virtual reality distraction therapy for cardiac rehab
This trial tests whether using virtual reality (VR) during cardiac rehabilitation can help distract you from discomfort or anxiety. If you have a heart condition or have had a heart event and are starting rehab, you may be able to join.
MsidaAges 40 years+ - NCT06880263Enrolling by invitation
VR training to help nurses manage delirium
This trial tests if virtual reality (VR) training can improve how nurses care for patients with delirium (sudden confusion). It is for nurses who work directly with patients in a hospital setting.
TaipeiAges 20–65 - NCT06854991Enrolling by invitation
Virtual reality for managing pain in healthy kids
This study tests if virtual reality can help distract children and teenagers from the feeling of pain. It could show that VR is a helpful tool for managing pain without medicine.
Columbus, OhioAges 6–17
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for virtual reality?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 479 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.