Radiation therapy education using virtual reality
Part of Cancer, Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests whether watching a virtual reality video before radiation therapy helps you understand the treatment better. It is for people with cancer who are starting radiation therapy at the University of Miami.
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Who can take part
- You must have a confirmed cancer diagnosis (from a biopsy or other test).
- You must be 18 years or older.
- You must be able to speak and read either English or Spanish.
- You must be receiving radiation therapy at the University of Miami.
- You must not have had radiation therapy before.
- You must be willing to watch a short virtual reality video and fill out a few survey forms.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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