Guided-meditation virtual reality during vasectomy to reduce pain and anxiety

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

Adult men scheduled for vasectomy under local anesthesia at the Manitoba Men's Health Clinic will be randomly assigned to use a TRIPP guided-meditation VR headset during the procedure or to receive standard care without VR. Participants will complete brief questionnaires before, during, and after the procedure to measure pain, anxiety, distress, and satisfaction. The VR group will use the headset for the duration of the procedure and may provide optional feedback about their experience. Investigators will compare outcomes between groups to see if VR reduces pain and anxiety and improves patient satisfaction.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* 18 years of age or older.
* Can speak and read English.
* Have elected for a vasectomy.
* Are scheduled to undergo their vasectomy under local anesthesia at the Men's Health Clinic

Exclusion Criteria:

* Those who are not competent to provide informed consent (e.g., due to cognitive impairment).
* Those who are unable to participate in a VR intervention (e.g., due to visual or auditory impairment).

Where it's running

• Manitoba Men's Health Clinic
  Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Renée El-Gabalawy, MA, PhD, C. Psych — University of Manitoba
• Study coordinator: Renée El-Gabalawy, MA, PhD, C.Psych.
• Email: renee.el-gabalawy@umanitoba.ca
• Phone: 204-787-4083

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.