Using virtual reality to teach pelvic floor anatomy
Official title: Impact of Virtual Reality Model for Pelvic Floor Anatomy on Users' Educational Level and Experience
Run by Cairo University · NCT06765096 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study tests whether using virtual reality can help students and professionals in physical therapy learn and remember pelvic floor anatomy better than traditional methods.
Quick facts
| Study type | Interventional |
|---|---|
| Ages | 19 Years to 45 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 50 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Cairo University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Giza) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | January 10, 2025 |
| Main results expected | April 10, 2025 |
| Study ends | April 30, 2025 |
| Registry record updated | February 25, 2025 |
| Trial ID | NCT06765096 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates include undergraduate, graduate, and postgraduate physical therapy students and professionals who can physically interact with a VR headset.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients lacking an anatomy background or those with prior extensive VR experience in anatomy may not benefit from this study.
A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.
What this trial studies
This study evaluates the effectiveness of a virtual reality (VR) model designed to teach pelvic floor anatomy to students and professionals in physical therapy. By creating an immersive and interactive learning environment, the VR model aims to enhance users' understanding and retention of complex anatomical structures. Participants will engage with the VR tool to explore and manipulate 3D models, which may improve their educational outcomes compared to traditional methods. The study will assess changes in educational level and user experience following the intervention.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly enhance the educational experience and knowledge retention for students and professionals in physical therapy.
How similar studies have gone: Previous studies have shown that virtual reality can improve educational outcomes in anatomy, suggesting potential success for this approach.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Physical therapy undergraduate, graduate, and postgraduate students, as well as professionals. * Participants must be physically able to wear and interact with a VR headset Exclusion Criteria: * Lack of Anatomy Background. * Prior Extensive VR Experience in Anatomy. * Severe Motion Sickness or Visual Disorders.
Where it's running
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Cairo University
Giza, Egypt Recruiting
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Doaa A. Osman, PhD
- Email: Doaa.osman@cu.edu.eg
- Phone: 01115792245
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.