Virtual Reality Compared to Nitrous Oxide for Labor Analgesia
The purpose of this study is to determine if non-invasive distracting devices (Virtual Reality headsets) are non-inferior to conventional therapy (nitrous oxide) for addressing maternal needs during labor who desire non-epidural pain relief.
Stanford is currently accepting patients for this trial.
Stanford Investigator(s):
Intervention(s):
- device: Oculus Quest 2 Virtual Reality Device
- drug: Nitrous oxide
Eligibility
Inclusion Criteria:
- Singleton pregnancy at >34 weeks
- Regular uterine contractions
- Pain > 2/10
- English speaking
Exclusion Criteria:
- BMI > 40
- Preeclampsia with severe features
- Use of IV analgesics during labor
- Diabetes requiring insulin therapy
- Claustrophobia
- History of epilepsy
Ages Eligible for Study
18 Years - N/A
Genders Eligible for Study
Female
Now accepting new patients
Contact Information
Stanford University
School of Medicine
300 Pasteur Drive
Stanford,
CA
94305
Brendan Carvalho
650-222-7967
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Our research team includes physicians, residents, medical students, research assistants, and volunteers. Our research topics include medical imaging, device validation, mobile application development, and pharmaceutical trials.
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