Virtual Reality Experience during Labour (VIREL); a qualitative study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

There is increasing evidence that virtual reality (VR) is effective in the reduction of labour pain. The implementation of alternative methods like VR to reduce labour pain can contribute to reduce patient request for pharmacological pain management methods and associated side effects. The aim of this study is to examine women's experiences, preferences and satisfaction in regard to the use of VR during labour.

Methods

A qualitative interview study was conducted in a non-university teaching hospital in The Netherlands. Two VR applications, respectively a guided meditation and an interactive game were tested in eligible women with a singleton pregnancy, scheduled for induction of labour. For the primary outcome, patients' VR experience and application preference (m

SUBMITTER: Musters A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10123587 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature