Menopause study: MenoZen
Official title MenoZen VR for Menopause Symptom Management
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07633743
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The purpose of this research is to look at the feasibility, acceptability, side effects, and clinical how well it works of MenoZen VR (virtual reality) for managing menopause symptoms in women.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 45 to 60, women only
You may be able to join if
- Women currently between 45-60 years of age;
- Have moderate to severe VMS, defined as 28 or more hot flashes per week (including night sweats) and were sufficient severity to prompt them to seek...
- Are English-speaking;
- Able to participate fully in all aspects of the study;
- Have understood and signed study informed consent;
You likely can't join if
- Women receiving systemic menopause hormonal therapy (progesterone, testosterone, estrogen). Low-dose topical vaginal estrogen is okay;
- Women receiving non-hormonal therapy for the management of hot flashes (fezolinetant or elinzanetant, any SSRI/SNRI, oxybytunin, and/or gabapentin...
- Women receiving active cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) for hot flashes. CBT for mood symptoms is okay;
- Have a known, active, untreated clinically significant psychiatric condition (severe depression, psychosis, bipolar disorder, or severe depression);
- Have severe visual, auditory, or vestibular impairments that may interfere with VR use;
- Have a facial/head deformity that will prohibit the wearing of a VR head mounted displace (HMD);
See the full eligibility criteria
- Women currently between 45-60 years of age;
- Have moderate to severe VMS, defined as 28 or more hot flashes per week (including night sweats) and were sufficient severity to prompt them to seek therapeutic intervention;
- Are English-speaking;
- Able to participate fully in all aspects of the study;
- Have understood and signed study informed consent;
- Have access to a computer or smartphone and home Wi-Fi;
- Willing to participate in weekly VR sessions for 8 weeks.
- Women receiving systemic menopause hormonal therapy (progesterone, testosterone, estrogen). Low-dose topical vaginal estrogen is okay;
- Women receiving non-hormonal therapy for the management of hot flashes (fezolinetant or elinzanetant, any SSRI/SNRI, oxybytunin, and/or gabapentin being prescribed for hot flashes, if for other reasons and still with...
- Women receiving active cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) for hot flashes. CBT for mood symptoms is okay;
- Have a known, active, untreated clinically significant psychiatric condition (severe depression, psychosis, bipolar disorder, or severe depression);
- Have severe visual, auditory, or vestibular impairments that may interfere with VR use;
- Have a facial/head deformity that will prohibit the wearing of a VR head mounted displace (HMD);
- Self-reported history of acute and/or severe motion sickness;
- Have had a seizure in the past year;
- Concurrently enrolled in another intervention trial for menopause symptoms;
- Have a known history of any condition or factor judged by the investigator to preclude participation in the study or which might hinder adherence.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Jacksonville, Florida, 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, 45 years to 60 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at Jacksonville, Florida, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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