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Official title Empathy Through Pain Control: Lidocaine Paracervical Block for IUD Placements
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06960317
What this study is testing
What is Buffered Lidocaine?
Buffered Lidocaine is an investigational medicine, given as a treatment applied to the skin, being studied as a potential treatment for contraception.
Plain-language explanation of the investigational treatment - it is being studied and is not an approved or proven therapy. The study team can confirm the details.
- What it's testing
- The goal of this research study is to learn more about how different uses of a numbing medication might affect pain levels while getting an IUD placed. The investigators are also studying participants opinions of their clinicians' empathy.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 to 50, women only. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Ability to provide informed consent
- Women IUD placement for contraception or heavy menstrual bleeding
- Ages 18-50
- English-speaking
- Participants must not have a past medical history of substance use disorders, pain disorders, use of prescription pain medications or are found to be...
You likely can't join if
- No history of vaginal delivery
- Current use of prescription pain medication prior to procedure. Over-the-counter medications such as those containing ibuprofen, aspirin...
- Diagnosed chronic pain condition
- Current pregnancy
- Known allergic reactions to components of the local anesthetic
- History of an IUD placement
See the full eligibility criteria
- Ability to provide informed consent
- Women IUD placement for contraception or heavy menstrual bleeding
- Ages 18-50
- English-speaking
- Participants must not have a past medical history of substance use disorders, pain disorders, use of prescription pain medications or are found to be pregnant
- No history of vaginal delivery
- Current use of prescription pain medication prior to procedure. Over-the-counter medications such as those containing ibuprofen, aspirin, acetaminophen, or naproxen are allowed.
- Diagnosed chronic pain condition
- Current pregnancy
- Known allergic reactions to components of the local anesthetic
- History of an IUD placement
- Current substance use or history of substance use
- Known contraindications to IUD, such as unexplained vaginal bleeding
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- La Jolla, California, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling female, 18 years to 50 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include La Jolla, California, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.