Using virtual reality to help manage stress and sleep issues
Self-management of Stress and Sleep Disturbances with Virtual Reality Relaxation for People with Burn-out, Mood, Anxiety or Psychotic Disorders: a Single-blind Randomized Controlled Trial
NA · University Medical Center Groningen · NCT05440825
This study is testing if a virtual reality app can help people with mental health issues feel less stressed and sleep better.
Quick facts
| Phase | NA |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 171 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University Medical Center Groningen (other) |
| Locations | 5 sites (Enschede and 4 other locations) |
| Trial ID | NCT05440825 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study explores the use of a virtual reality application called VRelax to help individuals manage stress and sleep disturbances associated with mental health conditions. Participants will undergo a series of assessments, including physical measurements and psychological evaluations, before using the VRelax application. They will wear devices to monitor physiological parameters and complete online questionnaires to track their progress over two weeks. The goal is to determine if virtual reality relaxation exercises can effectively reduce stress and improve sleep quality in patients with mental health issues.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults over 18 currently receiving treatment for burn-out, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, PTSD, depressive disorders, or psychotic disorders who report stress and sleep disturbances.
Not a fit: Patients with substance use disorders, photosensitive epilepsy, organic brain damage, insufficient Dutch language skills, or intellectual disabilities may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly enhance the quality of life for patients by reducing stress and improving sleep.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promising results using virtual reality for relaxation and stress management, indicating potential for success in this approach.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Currently receiving treatment for burn-out, anxiety disorder, bipolar disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, depressive disorder and/or psychotic disorder. * Complaints of stress and/or sleep disturbances as reported by patient or therapist * Age \> 18 Exclusion Criteria: * Individuals with a DSM-5 classification of substance use disorder * Individuals with photosensitive epilepsy with seizure in the past year or organic brain damage * Individuals with insufficient command of Dutch language * Individuals with intellectual disability (estimated IQ \< 70)
Where this trial is running
Enschede and 4 other locations
- Mediant — Enschede, Netherlands (RECRUITING)
- Forte GGZ — Groningen, Netherlands (RECRUITING)
- Lentis — Groningen, Netherlands (RECRUITING)
- UMCG — Groningen, Netherlands (RECRUITING)
- Argo GGZ — Lochem, Netherlands (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Catheleine van Driel — University Medical Center Groningen
- Study coordinator: Lisanne Robbemond, MSc
- Email: l.m.robbemond@umcg.nl
- Phone: +315036114367
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.
Conditions: Virtual Reality, virtual reality, relaxation, stress, sleep