Virtual Reality-Based Relaxation and Exergaming vs. Traditional Relaxation for Primer Dysmenorrhea

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Category Primary study
Registry of Trialsclinicaltrials.gov
Year 2024
The goal of this clinical trial is to investigate the acute effects of virtual reality-based relaxation (immersive VR relaxation) and exergaming (non-immersive VR) compared to traditional Jacobson\'s relaxation on symptoms of primary dysmenorrhea (PD) in women aged 18-30 years with regular menstrual cycles. The main questions it aims to answer are: Does immersive VR relaxation reduce abdomino-pelvic pain and menstrual symptom severity more effectively than Jacobson\'s relaxation? Does non-immersive VR exergaming provide better pain relief and symptom management compared to traditional relaxation methods? Hypotheses: Immersive VR relaxation will result in significantly greater reductions in abdomino-pelvic pain and menstrual symptom severity compared to traditional relaxation. Non-immersive VR exergaming will also provide better outcomes in pain and symptom management compared to traditional relaxation. Researchers will compare immersive VR relaxation, non-immersive VR exergaming, and Jacobson\'s relaxation (control group) to determine the relative effectiveness of each intervention. Participants will: Engage in a 20-minute session of one of the assigned interventions. Complete questionnaires on abdomino-pelvic pain, menstrual symptoms, and perceived effectiveness. Participate in follow-up assessments for sleep quality during menstruation. This study aims to explore innovative, technology-driven approaches for managing menstrual symptoms and their effectiveness relative to traditional methods.
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First added on: Jan 01, 2025