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Consciousness Studies and Cardiovascular Health
Sponsor: University of Miami
Summary
The objective of the study is to evaluate whether a virtual reality (VR) based intervention combining binaural beats, photic stimulation, and real-time biofeedback reduces stress and improves physiological markers compared to non-VR interventions and usual care in patients that go to cardiology clinic.
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - Any
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
40
Start Date
2026-10
Completion Date
2028-10
Last Updated
2026-06-02
Healthy Volunteers
Yes
Conditions
Interventions
Virtual Reality Relaxation
Participants will wear a virtual reality headset delivering a guided relaxation experience. The VR program includes: immersive visual environments designed to induce calmness, binaural audio beats engineered to promote relaxation, and photic (light) stimulation synchronized with audio and breath cues. The intervention is designed to support autonomic down-regulation and enhance the participant's relaxation response.
Video Meditation
Participants will view a guided meditation video displayed on a screen. The video includes: soothing visual imagery, gentle narration guiding breath and awareness, calming background music. This intervention is intended to facilitate psychological relaxation through traditional audiovisual meditation techniques.
Live Guided
Participants will receive a live, instructor-led relaxation session conducted by a trained study team member. The facilitator will guide the participant through: controlled breathing exercises, progressive muscle relaxation, calming verbal prompts, and mindfulness-based awareness techniques. The goal is to induce relaxation through direct interpersonal guidance.
Locations (1)
University of Miami
Miami, Florida, United States