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Effect of an Immersive Virtual Reality Physical Intervention Program on Reaction Time in Secondary School Students: A Pilot Study

Spain24 participantsStarted 2026-06-16

Plain-language summary

The purpose of this pilot randomized controlled study is to evaluate the effects of an immersive virtual reality (IVR)-based physical intervention program on reaction time in secondary school students. Participants will be randomly assigned to either an experimental group, which will complete an immersive virtual reality training program using the Rezzil Player platform, or a control group that will continue their usual activities without virtual reality exposure. The intervention will be conducted over eight weeks and will include progressive reaction-based tasks performed in immersive virtual reality environments. Outcomes will be assessed before and after the intervention through visual and auditory reaction time tests and the Symbol Digit Modalities Test (SDMT), a validated measure of cognitive processing speed and attention. The study aims to determine whether immersive virtual reality training can improve reaction performance and cognitive processing in adolescents and provide preliminary evidence regarding its feasibility and effectiveness as an educational and physical training tool.

Who can participate

Age range

12 Years – 15 Years

Sex

MALE

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Exclusion criteria

.The exclusion criteria included diagnosed neurological disorders, fear or intolerance of using virtual reality headsets, and diagnosed musculoskeletal disorders or injuries.

Questions worth asking your doctor

Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.

1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?

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Questions for the trial coordinator

The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.

1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?

A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.

What they're measuring

Visual Reaction Time

Timeframe: 8 weeks

Auditory Reaction Time

Timeframe: 8 weeks

Cognitive Processing Speed

Timeframe: 8 weeks

Tactical Effectiveness Index

Timeframe: 8 weeks

Trial details

NCT IDNCT07655999

SponsorUniversity of Vigo

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeINTERVENTIONAL

Primary completion2026-06-30

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Plain-language summary

Who can participate

Age range

12 Years – 15 Years

Sex

MALE

See this in plain English?

AI-rewrites the medical criteria so a patient or caregiver can understand them. Always confirm with the trial site.

Exclusion criteria

.The exclusion criteria included diagnosed neurological disorders, fear or intolerance of using virtual reality headsets, and diagnosed musculoskeletal disorders or injuries.