Virtual reality pain relief during prostate biopsy
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This study tests whether using virtual reality (a headset that shows calming images) during prostate biopsy can reduce pain. It compares this with standard care to see if it helps people feel more comfortable during the procedure.
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Who can take part
- You are scheduled for a prostate biopsy done with numbing medicine (local anesthesia).
- You must be 18 years or older.
- You must be able to see and hear well enough to use a virtual reality headset (no severe vision or hearing problems).
- You must not have epilepsy, a mental health condition that affects decision-making, or severe claustrophobia (fear of enclosed spaces).
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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