Virtual reality music for older hospital patients
This study tests whether listening to music through a virtual reality headset can improve the well-being of older adults staying in the hospital. If you are 60 or older and medically stable, you may be able to join and try this relaxing experience.
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Who can take part
- You are 60 years old or older.
- You are currently a patient in the Geriatric Assessment Unit (5 North) at St. Mary's Hospital.
- Your doctor has confirmed you are medically stable (no new health problems, stable vital signs).
- You can communicate in English or French.
- You do not have severe dementia (stage 7) or behavioral issues that would prevent participation.
- You have enough hearing to listen to music and understand the study.
- You do not have eye problems (like recent surgery, severe macular degeneration, glaucoma, or epilepsy) that would make virtual reality unsafe.
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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