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VRVirtual Reality and Rehabilitation for Persistent Postural Perceptual Dizziness

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Study Aim

This study aims to evaluate how virtual reality combined with rehabilitation can improve balance in individuals with persistent postural perceptual dizziness.

What is being tested

progressive muscle relaxation (PMR) technique and vestibular rehabilitation exercises

+ virtual reality (VR)

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Who is being recruted

From 18 to 25 Years
+2 Eligibility Criteria
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How is the trial designed

Treatment Study

Interventional
Study Start: June 2024
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Summary

Principal SponsorShalamar Institute of Health Sciences
Study Contacthmna afzal, DPTMore contacts
Last updated: January 28, 2026
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Study start date: June 28, 2024

Actual date on which the first participant was enrolled.

This study focuses on finding the best way to help people with a condition called persistent postural perceptual dizziness (PPPD). This condition affects a person's sense of balance and can cause stress in daily life. Researchers are looking at three different treatments: virtual reality, conventional vestibular rehabilitation, and progressive muscle relaxation. The goal is to see which method helps improve balance and reduce stress the most. By exploring these treatments, the study aims to help patients become more independent and improve their quality of life. It also seeks to raise awareness about PPPD and promote better understanding and support within the community. Participants in this study will be randomly assigned to one of the three treatment groups. Those in the virtual reality group will use VR technology to engage in exercises designed to improve balance. Participants in the conventional vestibular rehabilitation group will perform traditional balance exercises, while those in the progressive muscle relaxation group will practice techniques to reduce stress and tension. The effectiveness of each treatment will be measured by evaluating changes in balance and stress levels over time. The study does not specify potential risks, but aims to provide insights into which therapy offers the most benefit for patients with PPPD.

Official TitleThe Effect of Virtual Reality (VR) Versus Conventional Vestibular Rehabilitation and Progressive Muscle Relaxation (PMR) to Improve Balance and Stress Among Patients of Persistent Postural Perceptual Dizziness (PPPD).
NCT06479408
Principal SponsorShalamar Institute of Health Sciences
Study Contacthmna afzal, DPTMore contacts
Last updated: January 28, 2026
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Protocol

This section provides details of the study plan, including how the study is designed and what the study is measuring.
Design Details

25 patients to be enrolled

Total number of participants that the clinical trial aims to recruit.

Treatment Study

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Eligibility

Researchers look for people who fit a certain description, called eligibility criteria: person's general health condition or prior treatments.
Criteria

Any sex

Biological sex of participants that are eligible to enroll.

From 18 to 25 Years

Range of ages for which participants are eligible to join.

Healthy volunteers not allowed

If individuals who are healthy and do not have the condition being studied can participate.

Criteria

1 inclusion criteria required to participate
age groups ranging 18-25 years and having symptoms of dizziness, and lightheadedness over the period of >3months while having predisposing stress factor. The Individuals who are ready to take part willingly in the follow up sessions should be included in the research

1 exclusion criteria prevent from participating
The participants who have any other neurological disease and cause of dizziness are excluded from this study. There should be no history of smoking, drug abuse and alcohol, and any other neurological condition that affects the balance. Subjects with active Meniere's disease /BPPV/bilateral vestibulopathy are also excluded.

Study Plan

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Treatment Groups
Study Objectives

2 intervention groups are designated in this study

This study does not include a placebo group 

Treatment Groups

Group I

GROUP A will be treated by progressive muscle relaxation (PMR) technique as a mean of stress relaxation and vestibular rehabilitation exercises for postural stability through Swiss ball, BOSU ball, balance board etc.

Group II

GROUP B will follow virtual reality (VR) based intervention program where three dimensional-3D environments will be used reduce stress and improve balance.

Study Objectives

Primary Objectives

Secondary Objectives

Study Centers

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This study has 1 location

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Shalamar School of Allied Health Sciences

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