Using virtual reality headsets to reduce pain during pregnancy termination
The Use of Virtual Reality Headset in Controlling Pain During Pregnancy Termination; a Randomized Control Trial
This study tests if using virtual reality headsets can help women feel less pain during a surgical pregnancy termination.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 100 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | Female |
| Sponsor | St. Luke's Hospital, Pennsylvania Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Allentown, Pennsylvania) |
| Trial ID | NCT06029582 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study investigates the effectiveness of virtual reality headsets (VRHS) in alleviating pain for women undergoing surgical pregnancy termination. Participants will be randomly assigned to either use a VR headset or a placebo headset during the procedure. Pain levels will be assessed through surveys administered before and after the surgery. The study aims to provide insights into how VR technology can help manage pain and anxiety in this sensitive medical context.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are women over the age of 18 who are undergoing a surgical termination of pregnancy in the first or second trimester.
Not a fit: Patients under the age of 18 or those with significant medical comorbidities may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly reduce pain and anxiety for women undergoing surgical pregnancy termination.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown moderate success in using virtual reality for pain management in other medical fields, suggesting potential for this novel application.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * all healthy patients undergoing a first or second trimester pregnancy termination Exclusion Criteria: * pregnancy patients requesting a termination under the age of 18
Where this trial is running
Allentown, Pennsylvania
- Allentown Women Center — Allentown, Pennsylvania, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: James N Anasti, MD — St Luke's University Hosptial
- Study coordinator: James N Anasti, MD
- Email: anastij@slhn.org
- Phone: 484-526-8878
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.