Virtual reality versus standard therapy for shoulder tendon pain
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Pain clinical trials.
This study compares using an immersive virtual reality headset to standard physical therapy for treating shoulder tendon pain. It may help you recover strength and movement while making exercises more engaging.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You have been diagnosed with shoulder tendinopathy (tendon pain).
- You are between 18 and 80 years old.
- You are willing to use a virtual reality headset as part of your treatment.
- You are not currently having physical therapy for the same shoulder issue.
- You have not had steroid injections for your shoulder in the last 3 months.
- You do not have conditions like photosensitive epilepsy, severe vertigo, claustrophobia, or active eye/facial infections.
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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