Evaluating the feasibility, acceptability, and preliminary clinical efficacy of Virtual Reality for Phantom Limb Pain
Objective
To investigate the preliminary effectiveness of a game-based virtual reality intervention for the management of phantom limb pain.
Participants in this study will:
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Complete an eligibility questionnaire via phone or email.
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Participate in 2-3 in-person visits with a study team member.
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Optionally enrol in the use of an at-home virtual reality system for 4 weeks.
Possible Benefits
Your participation will help with the development of novel virtual reality therapies and methods for easing and managing phantom limb pain.
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You will have early access to virtual reality interventions that are in development for the purpose of supporting the easing and management of phantom limb pain.
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Who Can Participate
Who can participate:
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Be 18 years of age or older.
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Reside in Australia.
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Have a lower limb amputation.
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Be experiencing pain in the missing limb (phantom limb pain).
Additional Information
Compensation:
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Participants will be compensated for their time for in-person visits.
For further information, please contact:
Ricardo Garcia-Rosas, Ph.D. - garcia.r@unimelb.edu.au
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How do I sign-up to be contacted?
Use the form below.