iMOVE — virtual reality physical therapy versus traditional physical therapy for hospitalized young people with cancer

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This is a pragmatic, randomized, crossover pilot comparing virtual reality–assisted physical therapy (VRPT) to traditional physical therapy in hospitalized patients aged 10–25 with a cancer diagnosis. Participants receive both types of PT during an inpatient stay of at least three days with the second session occurring 24–72 hours after the first, and sessions are randomized in order. The study measures changes in physical activity and engagement to identify which patient groups benefit most and to estimate effect sizes for future trials. Patients with significant neurological or developmental disability, active face/hand infection, severe motion sickness, light-triggered seizures, recent major surgery, or non-English speakers are excluded.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Between age 10-25 years
* Diagnosed with cancer
* Has an active physical therapy consultation
* Anticipated inpatient stay for at least 3-days with the second PT session following between 24-72 hours after the first PT session
* Ability to understand and the willingness to personally sign the written Institutional Review Board (IRB) approved informed consent document by Legally Authorized Representative (LAR) if participant \<18 years old or by participant if 18+
* Ability to understand and the willingness to personally sign the written IRB approved informed assent document for patient \<18 years old.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Legal guardian does not present to obtain consent.
* Child with a significant neurological condition, or major developmental disability.
* Child with active infection of the face or hand.
* A history of severe motion sickness.
* A history of seizures caused by flashing light.
* Major surgery within the last 48 hours.
* Does not speak English (required for surveys)
* With visual impairments or any degree of developmental delays
* Child on mechanical ventilation or ventilatory support

Where it's running

• Lucile Packard Childrens Hospital Stanford
  Palo Alto, California, United States Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Thomas Caruso — Stanford University
• Study coordinator: Thomas Caruso
• Email: tjcaruso@stanford.edu
• Phone: 650-723-5728

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.