RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT06398847

Virtual Reality (VR) Self-Hypnosis Software

An Open-label Study of Self-hypnosis Software for Virtual Reality for the Treatment of HIV-associated Chronic Pain - a Development and Usability Study


Sponsor

Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

Enrollment

25 participants

Start Date

Mar 26, 2026

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Summary

This single-site study of self-hypnosis software using an off-the-shelf virtual reality (VR) device (OculusGo™) to determine the software's safety, usability, and preliminary efficacy in pain relief for HIV-associated chronic pain patients. This is funded under the i Prism Funding through Mount Sinai Innovations.


Eligibility

Min Age: 18 Years

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This study is testing whether a virtual reality (VR) self-hypnosis program can reduce chronic pain in people living with HIV. Participants use a VR headset to practice self-hypnosis techniques at home as a way to manage pain without additional medications. **You may be eligible if...** - You are 18 or older - You have been diagnosed with HIV and have been on a stable HIV treatment for at least 3 months - You have had chronic pain related to HIV for at least 3 months - Your pain level averages 3 or higher on a 0–10 scale - You have internet access via a phone, tablet, or computer - You are fluent in English **You may NOT be eligible if...** - You have a medical or mental health condition that would interfere with participation - You are in another pain treatment study - You have epilepsy, seizures, dementia, migraines, or other neurological conditions - You are prone to nausea or dizziness, lack stereoscopic vision, or have severe hearing impairment - You have an injury to your eyes, face, or neck that prevents wearing the VR headset - You are pregnant or planning to become pregnant Talk to your doctor to see if this trial is right for you.

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Interventions

DEVICEVirtual Reality headset

Self-hypnosis software in a Virtual Reality headset. This is the development of software that provides a self-hypnosis experience that can be inserted into any virtual reality device.


Locations(1)

Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

New York, New York, United States

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