Contribution of Virtual Reality to the Well-being of Elderly Patients Hospitalized in SMR

Launched by CENTRE MÉDICAL PORTE VERTE · May 21, 2025

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is looking into how virtual reality (VR) can help improve the well-being of elderly patients who are staying in the SMR unit at La Porte Verte Hospital for at least three weeks. The researchers want to see if using VR can reduce feelings of apathy (lack of interest or motivation) and help patients maintain their independence during their hospital stay.

To participate, individuals must be hospitalized in the SMR unit for a minimum of three weeks and have a good understanding of their surroundings (with a specific cognitive assessment score). They also need to be able to give their consent to join the study. However, certain individuals, such as those with severe vision or hearing problems, epilepsy, or who might feel sick from using VR, will not be eligible. If someone joins the study, they can expect to experience virtual reality activities designed to promote relaxation and engagement. Overall, this trial aims to explore how innovative technology like VR can positively impact the lives of elderly patients in a hospital setting.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • People hospitalized in the SMR unit at La Porte Verte Hospital for a minimum of 3 weeks,
• • People with preserved or slightly impaired cognitive status with an MMSE ≥ 20,
• • People who have been informed and have signed written informed consent
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • People under guardianship or curatorship,
• • People with difficulty understanding the VR study and materials,
• • People with vision problems that impact the use of VR,
• • People with hearing problems that impact the use of VR,
• • People with epilepsy,
• • People at risk of nausea and dizziness when using the VR headset,
• • People who cannot tolerate the VR headset,
• • Not affiliated with a social security scheme.
• • People receiving care with reflexology and relaxation massage