Comparing METHOXYFLURANE and Virtual Reality to Standard Pain Management for Shoulder Dislocation

METHOXYFLURANE or Virtual Reality Headset vs Standard Analgesic Management for the Reduction of Anterior Shoulder Dislocation

Phase 4 Interventional Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Nice · NCT05821517

This study is testing if using METHOXYFLURANE and virtual reality can help relieve pain better than standard methods for people with shoulder dislocations.

Quick facts

PhasePhase 4
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment150 (estimated)
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
SponsorCentre Hospitalier Universitaire de Nice Academic / other
Locations1 site (Nice)
Trial IDNCT05821517 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This clinical trial evaluates the effectiveness of METHOXYFLURANE and virtual reality headsets as analgesic options for reducing anterior shoulder dislocations compared to standard analgesic management. The study aims to determine if these innovative approaches can provide better pain relief and improve the success rate of shoulder dislocation reduction. By assessing patient outcomes, the trial seeks to establish a more effective pain management protocol in emergency settings. The study is conducted at the Nice University Hospital, focusing on patients presenting with anterior shoulder dislocations.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are adults presenting with anterior shoulder dislocations who are seeking pain relief during reduction procedures.

Not a fit: Patients with contraindications to METHOXYFLURANE or virtual reality, or those with complex shoulder injuries may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved pain management strategies for patients with anterior shoulder dislocations, enhancing their overall treatment experience.

How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown promising results with METHOXYFLURANE in pain management, while the use of virtual reality in medical settings is emerging but less extensively studied.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Pregnant and/or breastfeeding women and women of childbearing age who do not have effective contraception (hormonal, mechanical or surgical).
* Patients with difficulties in understanding or using the devices studied.
* Patients with a contraindication to the use of one of the studied devices.
* Patients with a history of relevant shoulder surgery
* Presence of other associated trauma,
* Previous inclusion in the same study

Exclusion Criteria:

* Withdrawal of voluntary informed consent from the patient
* Violation of protocol
* Presence of a fracture associated with the dislocation (excluding Malgaigne's notches)
* Posterior, inferior or erecta dislocation
* Presence of initial vascular and nerve complications
* Any indication for surgical management

Where this trial is running

Nice

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions Anterior Shoulder Dislocation
Last reviewed 2026-06-13 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.