Numbing spray may ease IUD insertion pain

NCT ID NCT07155785

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Summary

This study tested whether spraying a numbing medicine (lidocaine) on the cervix before inserting an IUD can reduce pain. Researchers enrolled 90 women aged 18-45 who wanted an IUD. The goal was to see if the spray makes the procedure more comfortable.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

lidocaine spray

What this could lead to

If effective, this could offer a simple, low-cost way to reduce pain during IUD insertion.

What could go wrong

This is a small, completed study with only 90 participants. Results may not apply to all women, and the spray may not work for everyone.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Intrauterine Device Migration Pain

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Istanbul Medeniyet University

    Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye)