Using virtual reality to enhance education for chronic pain management
Desenvolupament i Avaluació de l'Experiència en Realitat Virtual en la Prova Pilot Per a Pacients Amb Dolor Crònic i Sensibilització Central Als Centres d'Atenció Primària de Badalona Serveis Assistencials
This study is testing whether using virtual reality can help people with chronic pain learn better ways to manage their pain.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 60 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Badalona Serveis Assistencials Academic / other |
| Locations | 4 sites (Badalona, Barcelona and 3 other locations) |
| Trial ID | NCT06361706 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This pilot study evaluates the integration of virtual reality (VR) with a psychoeducational program aimed at individuals suffering from chronic pain and central sensitization. The research hypothesizes that VR can enhance engagement and understanding of pain management strategies, potentially improving patient outcomes. The study is prospective and non-randomized, taking place across several Primary Care Centers in Badalona from September 2023 to December 2025. Participants will be assessed for usability, feasibility, and preliminary efficacy of the VR-enhanced program through various metrics, including participant satisfaction and adherence.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 18 and older experiencing chronic pain with elements of central sensitization and emotional discomfort.
Not a fit: Patients with acute pain, severe mental disorders, or significant impairments that prevent the use of VR will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly improve pain management and quality of life for patients with chronic pain.
How similar studies have performed: While the use of VR in pain management is emerging, this specific integration with psychoeducation is relatively novel and has not been extensively tested.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Patients experiencing chronic pain with elements of central sensitization, emotional discomfort related to pain, kinesiophobia, or inadequate response to prescribed treatments. * Patients aged 18 years or older assigned to the assigned to Badalona Serveis Assistnecials´ Primary Care. * Patients capable of providing consent to participate in the study, signing the informed consent form, and responding to the variable-related questions. Exclusion Criteria: * Patients with acute pain (less than 3 months) * Diagnosis of systemic diseases or severe mental disorders, cognitive impairment, vertigo, epilepsy, or significant visual/auditory impairments that prevent the use of VR headsets. Withdrawal Criteria: \- Presence of VR-related side effects or patient's decision to withdraw.
Where this trial is running
Badalona, Barcelona and 3 other locations
- Primary Care Progrès-Raval — Badalona, Barcelona, Spain (Recruiting)
- Primary Care Center Apenins-Montigalà — Badalona, Barcelona, Spain (Recruiting)
- Primary Care Center Morera-Pomar — Badalona, Barcelona, Spain (Recruiting)
- CAP Montgat- Dr Jardi — Montgat, Barcelona, Spain (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Jose Ferrer Costa, MD — Badalona Serveis Assistencials
- Study coordinator: Jose Ferrer Costa, MD
- Email: jfcosta@bsa.cat
- Phone: 0034933951779
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.