Virtual reality education for first-time radiation therapy
Part of Cancer, Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests whether using virtual reality (VR) before your first radiation therapy session can help reduce anxiety and improve your overall experience. You'll use a VR headset to see what treatment will be like, which may help you feel more prepared and at ease.
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Who can take part
- 18 years of age or older
- Diagnosed with cancer and scheduled for your first radiation therapy
- Not receiving radiation to the head or neck area
- No severe vision or hearing problems
- No history of psychiatric illness, motion sickness, or vertigo
- Willing to use a VR headset
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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