Trial studying safety and effects for Provoked Vestibulodynia
Official title Efficacy of Dry Needling in Reducing Pain During Sexual Intercourse
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07534345
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The study will test whether dry needling can lower pain when sex is attempted. It compares real needling to a sham treatment.
- Who it's for
- Women who have provoked vestibulodynia, a type of vulvar pain that hurts when pressure is applied to the vaginal opening.
- What's involved
- Participants will receive either real or fake dry‑needling treatments once a week for eight weeks. They will fill out pain questionnaires before, after, and six months later.
- Time commitment
- The study lasts about nine months, with eight weekly treatment visits and follow‑up visits at the end of treatment and six months later.
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 to 45, women only
You may be able to join if
- Women reporting vulvo-vaginal pain during intercourse for \>3 months with an average pain intensity of ≥5/10 on a numerical rating scale (NRS);
- Confirmed diagnosis of provoked vestibulodynia by a gynecologist of our team following a standardized gynaecologic exam.
You likely can't join if
- Other urogynecological and vulvar pain conditions (e.g., unprovoked pain, deep dyspareunia, dermatological condition);
- Prior vulvovaginal or pelvic surgery;
- Current pregnancy;
- Postmenopausal status;
- Having previously received DN or acupuncture;
- Expected changes of medication that could influence pain perception (e.g., antidepressant);
See the full eligibility criteria
- Women reporting vulvo-vaginal pain during intercourse for \>3 months with an average pain intensity of ≥5/10 on a numerical rating scale (NRS);
- Confirmed diagnosis of provoked vestibulodynia by a gynecologist of our team following a standardized gynaecologic exam.
- Other urogynecological and vulvar pain conditions (e.g., unprovoked pain, deep dyspareunia, dermatological condition);
- Prior vulvovaginal or pelvic surgery;
- Current pregnancy;
- Postmenopausal status;
- Having previously received DN or acupuncture;
- Expected changes of medication that could influence pain perception (e.g., antidepressant);
- Any significant coexisting medical conditions likely to interfere with the study procedures.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Sherbrooke, Quebec, Canada
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?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part, but confirm specifics with the study team.
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 to 45 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at Sherbrooke, Quebec, Canada. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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