Examining the Effects of Virtual Reality Exercise on Mental Health
Launched by UNIVERSITY OF VICTORIA · Apr 11, 2024
Trial Information
Current as of July 24, 2025
Recruiting
Keywords
ClinConnect Summary
This clinical trial is studying how virtual reality (VR) exercise can help improve mental health, mood, and overall well-being. Specifically, it looks at how engaging in VR exercise for 10 weeks can affect feelings of depression and anxiety, as well as how participants feel about their mental sharpness over time. The trial also aims to see if this type of exercise can motivate people to be more active and help them develop healthier exercise habits.
To be eligible for this study, participants should be between the ages of 19 and 64, live in the Greater Victoria area, and have a stable Wi-Fi connection at home. They should not have any health issues that prevent them from doing moderate to vigorous exercise and should currently be doing less than 75 minutes of vigorous physical activity each week. Participants will be required to come to the Behavioural Medicine Lab at the University of Victoria for some sessions, and only one person per household can participate. This study is still recruiting, so if you think you might be eligible, it could be a great opportunity to explore the benefits of VR exercise for mental health!
Gender
ALL
Eligibility criteria
- Inclusion Criteria:
- • Age 19-64
- • Living in the Greater Victoria area
- • Have a stable Wi-Fi connection at home
- • Experience no health constraints that limit moderate-to-vigorous physical activity participation as identified by the Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire (PARQ+).
- • Currently participating in less than 75 minutes of vigorous physical activity per week (as per Canadian physical activity guidelines)
- • Be willing to travel into the Behavioural Medicine Lab on the UVic campus
- • Be the only member of their household to participate in the study, past or present
- Exclusion Criteria:
- • If participant is flagged by the PARQ+ and is not cleared to participate in physical activity by their physician they are ineligible to participate
- • Does not meet any of the above inclusion criteria
About University Of Victoria
The University of Victoria is a leading research institution located in British Columbia, Canada, renowned for its commitment to advancing knowledge and innovation across various disciplines. As a clinical trial sponsor, the University leverages its extensive academic resources and interdisciplinary expertise to conduct rigorous scientific studies aimed at improving health outcomes. With a focus on collaboration and ethical research practices, the University of Victoria fosters an environment that supports the development of novel therapeutic interventions and contributes to the advancement of medical science.
Contacts
Jennifer Cobb
Immunology at National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
Locations
Victoria, British Columbia, Canada
Patients applied
Trial Officials
Ryan Rhodes, PhD
Principal Investigator
Lab Director and Professor
Timeline
First submit
Trial launched
Trial updated
Estimated completion
Not reported