A randomised pilot trial of virtual reality-based relaxation for enhancement of perioperative well-being, mood and quality of life.

ABSTRACT: A cancer diagnosis and subsequent treatment can trigger distress, negatively impact coping resources, and affect well-being as well as quality of life. The aim of this pilot study was to investigate feasibility and clinical effects of a VR intervention on quality of life, well-being and mood in cancer patients undergoing surgery compared to a non-VR intervention and a control group. 54 patients with colorectal cancer or liver metastases from colorectal cancer undergoing elective curatively intended surgery were recruited and randomised to one of two intervention groups or a control group receiving standard treatment. Participants assigned to one of the intervention groups either received a VR-based intervention twice daily or listened to music twice daily. Adherence to the intervention was

SUBMITTER: Schrempf MC 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9282619 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature