VR for anxiety before surgery
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests whether using virtual reality (VR) before surgery can help lower anxiety. If you are an adult having planned surgery and are comfortable using a VR headset, you may be able to join.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- You are having planned (elective) surgery, not an emergency.
- You do not have a psychiatric condition like bipolar disorder, epilepsy, or confusion.
- You do not have vision problems that prevent using a VR headset.
- You do not have a pacemaker or defibrillator.
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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