๐Ÿ›๏ธ Verified NIH Record โ€ข Updated 2026-06-08

VR-Based Cognitive Stimulation Games for Delirium Prevention (NCT07641153)

Virtual Reality-Based Cognitive Stimulation Games for Enhancing Attention and Preventing Delirium in Older Surgical Patients With Cognitive Impairment

๐ŸŸข Recruiting Observational / Diagnostic ๐Ÿ“‹ Clinical Research Protocol Sponsor: The Methodist Hospital Research Institute

๐Ÿฉบ Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)

This trial aims to evaluate the feasibility, safety, and acceptability of a virtual reality (VR)-based cognitive stimulation game to reduce postoperative delirium among older surgical patients at high risk due to pre-existing cognitive impairment.

Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.

Location: Houston Methodist Hospital โ€” Houston, Texas

Age range: Not specified to 65 Years

๐Ÿงช Interventions in This Study

  • Virtual Reality Software (OTHER)
  • Virtual Reality movies (OTHER)
  • Nurse led control arm (OTHER)

๐Ÿ“‹ "Do I Qualify?" โ€” 1-Minute Self Screener

Instant Checklist

Full eligibility criteria are available on the official NIH protocol. View the criteria โ†—

๐Ÿ“ All Participating Trial Locations (2 Sites)

  • Houston Methodist Hospital โ€” Houston, Texas
  • Houston Methodist Research Insititute โ€” Houston, Texas

๐Ÿ“ž Contact the Study Coordinator

Phone: (346) 356-1400

Email: hfaisal@houstonmethodist.org

Coordinator details come directly from the registered NIH protocol. Confirm the study is still recruiting before traveling.

๐Ÿ’ฐ Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights

  • 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
  • Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA ยง 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
  • Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.

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๐Ÿ’ก How to Participate

  1. Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
  2. Contact the study coordinator using the phone/email above.
  3. Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
  4. Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.
๐Ÿ›๏ธ View Official NIH Record โ†—