Virtual Reality for Pain and Anxiety During Abortion
Virtual Reality as a Method for Pain and Anxiety Control During First Trimester Procedural Abortion
Recruiting
N/A
Interventional Study
Abortion, First Trimester
Pain Management
Pain After Surgery
Satisfaction
Satisfaction With Care
Anxiety After Surgery
No Placebo Group
Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo.
At a Glance
- Age
- 18 and older
- Sex
- Female
- Study type
- Interventional
- Purpose
- Supportive Care
- Participants needed
- 72 (estimated)
- Sponsor
- Study Investigator · Other
Who this trial is looking for
This trial is looking for women who are planning to have an abortion within the first trimester. Participants will either use a virtual reality headset with a calming video or receive standard care during the procedure to see how it affects pain and anxiety.
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
You may be able to join if
- I am 18 years old or older
- I am having an abortion at Planned Parenthood of Western Pennsylvania
- I am less than 14 weeks pregnant on the day of the abortion
- I can understand written English
- I am willing to follow the study rules
- I can give my consent to participate
You may not be able to join if
- I have a history of vertigo
- I have a history of epilepsy
- I have claustrophobia
- I have significant hearing or visual problems
- I need hearing aids
- I have an implanted medical device like a pacemaker
- I need misoprostol for cervical preparation
- I had an unsuccessful attempt at abortion during this pregnancy
Summarized in plain language from this trial's official eligibility criteria. The full criteria are further down this page — only the research team can confirm whether you qualify.
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About This Trial
The goal of this clinical trial is to learn whether use of a virtual reality (VR) headset showing a meditative nature video will help reduce pain and anxiety during a first trimester procedural abortion. Investigators will enroll 72 patients undergoing a first trimester procedural abortion with usual care to manage pain and anxiety compared to use of a VR headset in addition to usual care to see i…
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
* Patients at Planned Parenthood of Western Pennsylvania who have decided to undergo and are eligible for a procedural abortion.
* 18 years old or older
* \<14 weeks gestation on day of abortion
* Able to comprehend written English
* Willing to comply with the study protocol
* W…
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