Abortion, First Trimester study: VR headset
Official title Virtual Reality as a Method for Pain and Anxiety Control During First Trimester Procedural Abortion
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07288047
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The study wants to find out whether watching a calming nature video in VR reduces pain and anxiety during the procedure and makes patients more satisfied with their care.
- Who it's for
- Women who are having a first‑trimester procedural abortion.
- What's involved
- Participants will receive the usual pain and anxiety care, and some will also wear a VR headset that shows a meditative nature video during the procedure.
- Time commitment
- The study lasts only the day of the abortion, with a single visit for the procedure and the VR session.
Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older, women only
You may be able to join if
- 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
You likely can't join if
- History of vertigo
- 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
See the full eligibility 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
- Willing and able to provide informed consent
- History of vertigo
- 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
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
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How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling female, 18 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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