What this Trial Is About

Claustrophobia is an intense fear of being confined or suffocated and affects about 5% of people. This fear can make MRI scans difficult because the procedure requires lying still in a narrow tube, which can trigger claustrophobic reactions. Researchers are studying how different premedication options may help reduce claustrophobia symptoms in adults undergoing MRI scans as part of chronic pain management. The study observes adults diagnosed with claustrophobia who have previously been unable to complete an MRI due to their fear. Each participant receives different premedication treatments in rotation before alternate MRI sessions: Lorazepam 1mg, Clonidine 0.2mg, or a combination of both. These medications are given to see if they can reduce claustrophobia during the MRI. Participants will complete the Claustrophobia Questionnaire (CLQ) and the General Anxiety Disorder Questionnaire (GAD-7) on the days before and after each MRI scan to report their symptoms. Researchers will track how many patients complete the MRI scans and analyze changes in anxiety and claustrophobia scores. The study uses statistical methods to evaluate the effects of the premedications on anxiety and scan completion rates.

Premedication for Claustrophobic Patients for MRI Scan