Virtual reality hypnosis for labor pain
Part of Pain clinical trials.
This study tests whether using a virtual reality hypnosis program can help manage pain during early labor in women with low-risk pregnancies. If you are in the beginning stages of labor and want a non-drug option for comfort, this might be for you.
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Who can take part
- You are over 18 years old
- You speak and understand French
- You have a low-risk pregnancy and are in the early stage of labor (latency phase)
- You are not allergic to certain pain medicines like paracetamol, codeine, or nalbuphine
- You do not have hearing, vision, or psychiatric problems, epilepsy, or chronic pain
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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