Virtual reality could take the sting out of IUD insertion

NCT ID NCT07325695

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: Serap Ozturk Altinayak Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study tested whether wearing virtual reality glasses during IUD insertion can lower pain and anxiety. 70 women were randomly assigned to either use the VR headset or receive standard care. Pain and anxiety were measured right after the procedure. The goal is to find a simple, non-drug way to improve comfort during this common procedure.

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

What this could lead to

If it works, this could offer a simple, drug-free way to ease pain and anxiety during IUD insertion.

What could go wrong

This is a small, completed study (70 participants) and results may not apply to everyone. The effect may be modest or not better than standard care.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

agnosia anxiety anxiety disorder Pain

As listed by the trial registrant

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

ANXIETY PAIN

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Locations

Ondokuz Mayis University

Samsun, Samsun, Turkey (Türkiye)