Virtual reality for pain and anxiety during breast cancer chemo
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This trial tests whether using virtual reality during chemotherapy sessions can help reduce pain and anxiety for women with breast cancer. If you are about to start your first chemo treatment, this could be a way to feel more relaxed and comfortable.
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Who can take part
- You have been diagnosed with breast cancer.
- You are experiencing pain or anxiety related to your treatment.
- You are about to receive your first chemotherapy session.
- You are receiving the same type of chemotherapy as other participants.
- You did not have anxiety problems before starting chemo.
- You have no injuries to your face, head, or hands, and no vision or hearing problems.
- You have no history of motion sickness, epilepsy, seizures, vertigo, or mental health conditions.
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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