Can virtual reality reduce anxiety before eye surgery?
Part of Eyes & vision clinical trials.
This study tests if watching a virtual reality experience can help lower anxiety in adults about to have refractive (vision-correcting) surgery. If you're feeling nervous before your procedure, this simple, drug-free approach might help you relax.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older
- You are scheduled for refractive (vision-correcting) eye surgery
- You are not pregnant or breastfeeding
- You do not have epilepsy or a hearing problem
- You are not currently taking steroids (oral or on skin), or medications for mental health conditions like anxiety or depression
- You are able to understand French and give written consent
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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