Plain-English translation of NCT07130084 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗ · Source last updated · Translation generated · How we translate trials
This study doesn't follow the usual testing phases — it may be an observational study or a different type of research.
This trial is testing a virtual reality educational film designed to help pregnant women feel less anxious before their planned cesarean birth. The film provides a realistic 360-degree tour of what you'll experience on the day of your delivery—from arriving at the birthing center through to meeting your baby on the postnatal ward. By showing you exactly what to expect, this treatment aims to reduce fear of the unknown and help you feel more prepared and calm.
Many pregnant women experience high levels of anxiety before a planned cesarean birth, primarily because they don't know what to expect. This anxiety can actually increase pain, require more pain medication, and may lead to longer hospital stays and higher infection risk. Researchers want to test whether this virtual reality film can safely reduce those worries and improve your overall experience and recovery.
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If you join this study, you'll receive all the standard care and education that every woman gets before a planned cesarean birth. Depending on which group you're assigned to, you'll either receive only the standard preparation, or you'll also have the option to watch the virtual reality film (using a headset if you'd like) to see what your delivery day will look like. The study will ask you questions before and after your birth to understand how you're feeling and how your recovery is going.
AI-generated summary from trial data · Jun 29, 2026 · Not medical advice
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