Talking through the pain: supportive words may ease IUD insertion

NCT ID NCT07326007

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tested whether a doctor using a calm, supportive script during IUD insertion could lower pain compared to neutral instructions. It involved 88 women who had only had C-sections and no vaginal births. The goal was to see if simple talk could make 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

structured verbal analgesia (supportive communication protocol)

What this could lead to

If it works, this could offer a simple, drug-free way to reduce pain during IUD insertion for women with previous C-sections.

What could go wrong

This is a small, single-center trial with only 88 participants. The effect may be modest or not apply to other groups or settings.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Algezeera Hospital

    Giza, Egypt