Virtual reality for well-being in elderly rehab patients
This trial tests whether using virtual reality (VR) can improve the well-being of elderly patients during a hospital stay in a rehabilitation unit. If you join, you'll use a VR headset to relax or engage in activities, and researchers will see how it affects your mood and comfort.
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Who can take part
- You are staying in the rehabilitation unit (SMR) at La Porte Verte Hospital for at least 3 weeks.
- Your memory and thinking are fairly good, with a score of 20 or higher on the MMSE test.
- You can see and hear well enough to use a virtual reality headset.
- You do not have epilepsy or a history of seizures.
- You are not prone to nausea or dizziness when using virtual reality.
- You are not currently receiving reflexology or relaxation massage therapy.
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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