This study is exploring if using virtual reality (VR) during dialysis can help patients with end-stage kidney disease feel better. Researchers are comparing two types of VR: Social Virtual Reality, where you interact with others in a virtual world, and Individual Virtual Reality, where you use VR alone. The main goal is to see if there are differences in symptoms, especially loneliness, between these two groups. You might be able to join if you have end-stage kidney disease and receive hemodialysis three times a week for at least one month. You would use VR glasses for 30-45 minutes during your dialysis sessions for four weeks. The study is currently recruiting participants.

Study design

This is a randomized controlled trial with two groups, aiming to enroll 60 participants. Participants will be randomly assigned to either the Social Virtual Reality group or the Individual Virtual Reality group.

What's involved

You would use virtual reality glasses for 30-45 minutes during your dialysis sessions for four weeks. Your symptoms will be measured at the beginning and after four weeks.

Compensation

Not stated in the trial record.

Follow-up

Your symptoms will be measured at baseline and again after 4 weeks.

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