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Virtual Reality Concerts Reduce Pain for Hospital Patients

4/10/2026

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Initial pilot projects show that patients who participated in virtual reality concerts reported less pain than a control group.
The project is led by Dr. Julia Chabot and features pianist Alexandra Stréliski, aiming to improve emotional health in healthcare settings.
Ginette Thomas visited St. Mary’s hospital for a routine appointment and experienced a virtual reality concert.
Chabot says music can provide immediate relief for patients in pain.

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Story summary

Initial pilot projects show that patients who participated in virtual reality concerts reported less pain than a control group.
The project is led by Dr. Julia Chabot and features pianist Alexandra Stréliski, aiming to improve emotional health in healthcare settings.
Ginette Thomas visited St. Mary’s hospital for a routine appointment and experienced a virtual reality concert.
Chabot says music can provide immediate relief for patients in pain.