Virtual reality headsets tested to calm C-Section patients
NCT ID NCT06622408
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jul 02, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether using a virtual reality headset during a scheduled cesarean section can help reduce pain and anxiety. Twenty women will be offered the headset at different stages of care, from admission to after birth. Researchers will measure how many accept and use it, and track their pain and anxiety levels.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- virtual reality headset (HypnoVR©)
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could offer a drug-free way to ease pain and anxiety during cesarean sections.
- What could go wrong
- This is a very small feasibility study with only 20 participants, so results may not apply widely. Virtual reality may not reduce pain or anxiety significantly.
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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CHU Nice - Hôpital de l'Archet 2
Nice, Alpes-Maritimes, 06200, France
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