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Virtual Reality for Improving Symptoms in Palliative Care

Cancer and Non-cancer Hospice Patients

The objective of this study is to determine whether VR can ameliorate symptoms for palliative care patients within a hospice setting. We also aim to verify the efficacy with a larger sample size than previously shown, as well as extend the population to include non-cancer patients receiving Hospice care. We will further attempt to delineate whether there is a sustainability of symptomatic improvement one week after VR experiences.

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Participation Requirements

  • Sex:

    ALL

  • Eligible Ages:

    18 and up

Participation Criteria

Inclusion Criteria:

* at least 18 years or older
* admitted to Hospice for Specialty Palliative Care

Exclusion Criteria:

* Palliative Performance Scale (PPS) ≤ 20%
* severe cognitive impairment leading to inability to provide ESAS scores for 5 key symptoms measured in this study
* severe visual and/or hearing impairment preventing use of VR (glasses and hearing aids may be worn during VR sessions and do not exclude participation)
* absolute inability to sit
* paralysis of an upper limb
* participant dies before VR experience

Study Location

The Hospice of Windsor and Essex County
The Hospice of Windsor and Essex County
Windsor, Ontario
Canada

Contact Study Team

Primary Contact

Patricia Valcke

[email protected]
2898342486
Backup Contact

Natan Veinberg

[email protected]
Study Sponsored By
Western University, Canada
Participants Required
More Information
Study ID: NCT05197894