Virtual reality for pain and anxiety during vasectomy
Treatments studied
Part of Mental health, Pain clinical trials.
This study tests if using a virtual reality headset during a vasectomy can help lower pain and anxiety. It compares VR with standard care to see which works better for patients.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are 18 years old or older.
- You can read and understand English.
- You have decided to have a vasectomy and are scheduled for it at the Men's Health Clinic.
- You are able to give informed consent (no major cognitive difficulties like dementia).
- You can see and hear well enough to use a virtual reality headset.
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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