Virtual Reality for Improving Symptoms in Palliative Care
Trial Parameters
Brief Summary
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.
Eligibility 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