Virtual reality and hypnosis for hand arthritis pain
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Immune system & allergy, Pain, Skin clinical trials.
This study tests whether using virtual reality and hypnosis together can help reduce chronic hand pain in older adults with arthritis. It may offer a drug-free way to manage daily pain.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are fluent in French
- You have been diagnosed with arthritis in your hand
- You have hand pain that is frequent or severe enough to be disabling
- You are able to consent and participate fully in the study
- You do not have severe cognitive, hearing, or vision problems
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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