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Virtual Reality for Pain Control During US-guided Needle Procedures in Obstetric Patients: A Prospective Pilot Study
Led by Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai · Updated on 2025-07-30
50
Participants Needed
1
Research Sites
N/A
Total Duration
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AI-Summary
What this Trial Is About
Researchers are evaluating the impact of virtual reality (VR) on reducing pain and anxiety during ultrasound-guided needle procedures in obstetric patients. This pilot study compares the use of a VR headset versus standard care to see how these approaches affect patient comfort and satisfaction during these procedures. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of two groups: one receiving the usual procedure without VR and the other using a Meta Quest 2 VR headset during the ultrasound-guided needle procedure. The VR experience includes a soothing, interactive environment with classical music and wrist-controlled movement designed to minimize physical effort. The procedure typically lasts about 20 minutes. During the study, participants will complete validated questionnaires immediately before and after the procedure to assess pain, anxiety, satisfaction, and how acceptable they found the intervention. The main measure is the Short-form McGill Pain Questionnaire taken right after the procedure. Researchers will also monitor anxiety levels and overall satisfaction to understand the effects of VR in this setting.
CONDITIONS
Brief Title
Virtual Reality for Pain Control in US-Guided Obstetric Needle Procedures
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Age 65 18 years
- English-speaking
- Undergoing ultrasound-guided needle procedure at Mount Sinai
You will not qualify if you...
- History of seizures
- Severe motion sickness
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Your Study Journey
Duration - 2 to 4 weeks
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial.
Duration - 1 day
Participants undergo an ultrasound-guided needle procedure. Those assigned to the experimental group wear a Meta Quest 2 virtual reality headset during the procedure to help control pain. The procedure lasts approximately 20 minutes.
1 visit (in-person)
Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
1
Mount Sinai Obstetrics and Gynecology
New York, New York, United States, 10029
Actively Recruiting
Research Team
L
Lucy Shang, BA
How is the study designed?
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Masking
NONE
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Model
PARALLEL
Primary Purpose
SUPPORTIVE_CARE
Number of Arms
2
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