Virtual reality could ease the sting of HIV injections
NCT ID NCT06834113
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether changing the injection site (buttock vs. hip) or using a virtual reality headset can lower pain from HIV medications. 120 people with HIV will each try all four combinations and rate their pain. The goal is to find a simple way to make these injections more comfortable.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Cabotegravir and Rilpivirine (injectable antiretroviral drugs)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could show that a different injection site or a virtual reality headset makes HIV injections less painful, improving patient comfort.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study focused on pain, not on curing or controlling HIV. The results may not apply to all patients or settings.
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CH Chartres
RECRUITINGLe Coudray, 28630, France
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CHD Vendée
RECRUITINGLa Roche-sur-Yon, 85925, France
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CHU Nantes
RECRUITINGNantes, 44093, France
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CHU Poitiers
RECRUITINGPoitiers, 90577, France
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Center Hospitalier Universitaire d'Orléans
RECRUITINGOrléans, Loiret, 45067, France
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