Virtual Reality as a Method for Pain and Anxiety Control During First Trimester Procedural Abortion
NCT ID: NCT07288047
Last Updated: 2025-12-17
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Basic Information
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NOT_YET_RECRUITING
NA
72 participants
INTERVENTIONAL
2026-02-28
2026-08-31
Brief Summary
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Detailed Description
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The goal of this randomized controlled trial is to primarily evaluate whether using a VR headset to display a meditative nature video as a noninvasive, low risk technology may reduce pain and anxiety for patients undergoing a first trimester procedural abortion in an outpatient setting. Investigators will also evaluate factors influencing satisfaction with the procedure. Investigators will compare use of the VR headset with usual care, to usual care only; for a first trimester procedural abortion, usual care includes oral pain medications, local anesthetic medication in the cervix, and verbal reassurance. Participants will be asked to complete a survey before, after, and one week following the procedure to assess pain, anxiety, and overall satisfaction.
Conditions
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Keywords
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Study Design
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RANDOMIZED
PARALLEL
SUPPORTIVE_CARE
NONE
Study Groups
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Usual care only
Usual care for pain and anxiety management during a first trimester procedural abortion includes oral ibuprofen, intracervical block, and verbal analgesia.
Usual Care
Usual care for pain and anxiety management during a first trimester procedural abortion includes oral ibuprofen, intracervical block, and verbal analgesia.
VR headset
Participants will wear the VR headset during the first trimester procedural abortion, in addition to usual care for pain and anxiety management. The headset will display a meditative nature video throughout the procedure.
VR headset
VR Headset: Meta Quest 3S Meditative nature videos provided via "Guided Meditation VR" app.
Usual Care
Usual care for pain and anxiety management during a first trimester procedural abortion includes oral ibuprofen, intracervical block, and verbal analgesia.
Interventions
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VR headset
VR Headset: Meta Quest 3S Meditative nature videos provided via "Guided Meditation VR" app.
Usual Care
Usual care for pain and anxiety management during a first trimester procedural abortion includes oral ibuprofen, intracervical block, and verbal analgesia.
Other Intervention Names
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Eligibility Criteria
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Inclusion Criteria
* 18 years old or older
* \<14 weeks gestation on day of abortion
* Able to comprehend written English
* Willing to comply with the study protocol
* Willing and able to provide informed consent
Exclusion Criteria
* History of epilepsy
* Claustrophobia
* Significant hearing or visual impairments (such as deafness or blindness)
* Require hearing aids
* Have an implanted medical device, such as cardiac pacemaker or defibrillator
* Require misoprostol for cervical preparation
* Prior unsuccessful attempt at abortion during this pregnancy
18 Years
FEMALE
No
Sponsors
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Study Investigator
OTHER
Responsible Party
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Study Investigator
Fellow
Principal Investigators
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Study Coordinator
Role: STUDY_DIRECTOR
Univeristy of Pittsburgh
Locations
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Center for Family Planning Research, Magee-Womens Hospital
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
Planned Parenthood of Western Pennsylvania
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
Countries
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Central Contacts
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Facility Contacts
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Study Coordinator
Role: primary
Study Coordinator
Role: primary
Other Identifiers
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STUDY25090152
Identifier Type: -
Identifier Source: org_study_id