Virtual reality for pain during needle procedures
Part of Pain clinical trials.
This study tests whether using a virtual reality headset can help reduce pain during ultrasound-guided needle procedures in pregnancy. It may offer a drug-free way to feel more comfortable during the procedure.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are 18 or older.
- You speak English.
- You are having an ultrasound-guided needle procedure (like an amniocentesis) at Mount Sinai Hospital.
- You do not have a history of seizures.
- You do not have severe motion sickness.
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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