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
- NCT07413458Recruiting
VR nature for alcohol use disorder
This trial tests whether using virtual reality (VR) nature scenes can help people with alcohol use disorder who also have depression. You'll be in an intensive outpatient program and may try VR sessions to see if they reduce cravings and improve mood.
Ann Arbor, MichiganAges 18 years+ - NCT07176013Enrolling by invitation
Virtual reality meditation for voice therapy
This trial tests whether using virtual reality meditation can help people with voice disorders who also feel anxious. If you have a voice problem and anxiety, you might find this treatment helpful.
New York, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT04893278Enrolling by invitation
Virtual reality during an EP heart procedure
This trial tests whether a virtual reality experience in a heart testing lab (during an electrophysiology procedure) is safe and workable for patients. It may help the care team learn if virtual reality can make the lab experience easier for some people.
Jacksonville, FloridaAges 18 years+ - NCT05293834Recruiting
Virtual reality training to reduce aggression
This trial tests a virtual reality (VR) program designed to help people in psychiatric care with aggression problems. If it works, it could help reduce aggressive behavior and improve coping skills in daily situations.
Basel, Canton of Basel-CityAges 12 years+ - NCT07630350Enrolling by invitation
Virtual Reality for Young People With Chronic Pain
This study tests whether wearing virtual reality goggles can help young people (ages 7–21) manage chronic pain in their neck, shoulders, or arms. Researchers want to see if VR activities can reduce pain and improve daily life.
Allison Park, PennsylvaniaAges 7–21 - NCT06379633Recruiting
Virtual reality therapy for teens with social anxiety
This study tests if virtual reality (VR) can help teenagers with social anxiety feel less nervous in social situations. You would use a VR headset to practice facing fears in a safe environment.
LeuvenAges 12–16 - NCT06398847Recruiting
Virtual reality self-hypnosis for HIV-related pain
This study tests if using a virtual reality (VR) headset for self-hypnosis can help people with HIV manage chronic pain. You would practice at home with a smartphone app, and researchers will track your pain levels over time.
New York, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT03987334Recruiting
Virtual reality rehab for chronic neck pain
This trial studies whether virtual reality exercises can help reduce pain and improve function in people with chronic neck pain or whiplash. You may be invited to take part in guided VR rehab sessions if you meet the safety and health requirements.
Milan, MIAges 18–70 - NCT04559373Recruiting
Virtual reality training to improve community walking after stroke
This trial tests whether virtual reality plus field (real-world) practice can improve walking and related thinking/vision skills after stroke. It may help you walk more safely and confidently in everyday community settings (like getting around outdoors).
Laval, QuebecAges 40–74 - NCT04887116RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Virtual reality sessions to treat PTSD in healthcare workers
This early-phase study tests whether guided virtual reality experiences can reduce symptoms of PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder) or near-PTSD in healthcare workers. It may help people who have stress reactions related to work during the COVID-19 era.
New York, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT05751811Recruiting
Virtual reality and music to reduce pain during hysteroscopy
This study tests whether virtual reality plus music therapy can help reduce pain during an outpatient hysteroscopy. If you have your procedure at Prince of Wales Hospital, it may be an option to try non-drug comfort methods.
Hong KongAges 18–80 - NCT06182436Recruiting
Virtual reality for pain during eczema injection
This trial tests whether playing a virtual reality game during a dupilumab injection (for eczema) can help reduce pain and anxiety. It's for kids and teens aged 6 to 17 who are already taking or about to start this medicine.
Montreal, QuebecAges 6–17 - NCT06248216Recruiting
Virtual reality therapy for cancer treatment side effects
This study tests whether virtual reality (VR) can help ease common cancer-treatment side effects like pain, anxiety, sleep trouble, fatigue, or numbness. You may be able to join if you finished your main cancer treatment at least 3 months ago and have one of these symptoms.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18–88 - NCT06262126Recruiting
Virtual reality for non-cardiac chest pain
This study tests whether virtual reality can help people who have chest pain that is not caused by the heart. You will use a VR headset to see if it reduces your symptoms.
Jacksonville, FloridaAges 18 years+ - NCT06366360Recruiting
Virtual reality treatment for stroke-related neglect
This study tests whether virtual reality training can help people who, after a stroke, have trouble noticing things on one side of their body or space (called unilateral neglect). You would use a VR headset to practice tasks that may retrain your brain's attention.
Saint-MauriceAges 18 years+ - NCT07234201Recruiting
Virtual reality for ICU mobility
This trial tests whether using virtual reality (a special headset) can help people in the intensive care unit (ICU) move more and recover better. It is for adults who have been in the ICU for at least 3 days and have trouble moving.
Durham, North CarolinaAges 18 years+ - NCT07194967Enrolling by invitation
Virtual Reality for Pain Relief During Labor
This trial tests whether using virtual reality can help reduce pain and anxiety during labor. If you are having a low-risk pregnancy and plan a vaginal delivery, you may be able to use a VR headset during contractions to distract from pain.
Ben ArousAges 18–45 - NCT06550193Recruiting
AR/VR for ultrasound-guided procedures
This study tests whether using augmented reality or virtual reality (AR/VR) can help doctors perform ultrasound-guided procedures more accurately. If you are an adult having an ultrasound-guided procedure and are in generally good health, you may be able to join.
Stanford, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07279311Enrolling by invitation
Virtual reality for depression during high-risk pregnancy
This study tests if virtual reality (VR) exercises can help reduce depression symptoms in pregnant people who must stay in the hospital for at least 3 weeks due to complications. If you are feeling down and are able to use VR, this treatment might offer a new way to feel better.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06704074Recruiting
Virtual Reality Training for Arm Recovery After Stroke
This trial tests whether virtual reality (VR) games and tasks can help improve arm and hand movement after a stroke. It is for people who had a first stroke 1 to 6 months ago and have some arm weakness but can sit up for 30 minutes.
Jinan, ShangdongAges 18–80 - NCT05796388Recruiting
Virtual reality and linaclotide for IBS with constipation
This study tests whether virtual reality (VR) plus linaclotide can improve symptoms and quality of life in adults with IBS-C (IBS with constipation). You may be asked to use VR and take a study medicine, while doctors check that your IBS diagnosis fits strict criteria.
Jacksonville, FloridaAges 18–70 - NCT07366515Recruiting
Virtual reality to reduce anxiety before cancer surgery
This study tests if using virtual reality before surgery can help lower anxiety in cancer patients. You would participate while waiting for your operation at the hospital.
Winnipeg, ManitobaAges 18 years+ - NCT07484919Recruiting
VR therapy to reduce aggression in young offenders
This trial tests if a virtual reality intervention can help reduce aggressive behavior in young people aged 12-18 who are in a correctional facility. If you've had recent aggressive incidents, this study might offer a new way to manage anger.
Pozuelo de Alarcón, Cominity of MadridAges 12–18 - NCT06769178Recruiting
Virtual reality for balance in young adults with cerebral palsy
This trial tests whether virtual reality exercises can improve balance in people with cerebral palsy. It is designed for young adults who can walk independently and have spasticity on one side of the body.
Istanbul, AtaşehirAges 18–30
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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.