Plain-English translation of NCT07689461 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗ · Source last updated · Translation generated · How we translate trials
This study doesn't follow the usual testing phases — it may be an observational study or a different type of research.
After hip replacement surgery, many patients experience significant pain and anxiety that can slow recovery. This trial is testing whether virtual reality—a non-drug approach using a special headset—can help ease pain and anxiety during the critical first 48 hours after surgery. Half of participants will receive standard hospital care, while the other half will also spend 30 minutes using virtual reality during that time.
Doctors want to find ways to help patients recover more comfortably after hip surgery without relying only on pain medications, which can have side effects. This treatment has shown promise in other settings, but hasn't been thoroughly studied in hip surgery patients yet.
You likely qualify if…
You likely don't qualify if…
If you join this study, you'll be randomly assigned to either the standard care group or the virtual reality group. During the first 48 hours after your hip replacement surgery while you're still in the hospital, you'll complete brief pain and anxiety questionnaires before and after your assigned intervention. If you're in the virtual reality group, you'll use a special headset for about 30 minutes—choosing from three different VR experiences—in addition to your regular hospital care.
AI-generated summary from trial data · Jul 17, 2026 · Not medical advice
Turkey (Türkiye)