Virtual Reality to Reduce Pain and Anxiety During Vasectomy A Randomized Study in Adult Men Using Local Anesthesia

What this Trial Is About

Researchers are studying whether a virtual reality VR program called TRIPP can help reduce pain, anxiety, and distress in adult men undergoing vasectomy procedures with local anesthesia. The trial aims to compare the effects of using VR during the procedure against standard care without VR, focusing on pain levels, emotional comfort, and patient satisfaction. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of two groups one group will receive the usual vasectomy treatment with local anesthetic, while the other group will use the TRIPP VR headset with a guided meditation program during their procedure. The study involves a single-blind design where participants know their group, but outcomes are carefully monitored. During the study, participants will complete short questionnaires before, during, and after the vasectomy to assess pain, discomfort, anxiety, and overall satisfaction. The main outcome measured is pain severity during and immediately after the procedure, using a Numeric Rating Scale. Other assessments include anxiety scales and patient feedback on the VR experience. Participation involves several brief assessments totaling about 15 to 20 minutes each time, and results will help understand if VR can improve the vasectomy experience.

Perioperative Virtual Reality Intervention for Pain and Anxiety During Vasectomies