This study is looking at whether using a TENS (transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation) unit can help reduce pain during the insertion of an intrauterine device (IUD). A TENS unit is a small device that uses mild electrical currents to help with pain relief. The study will compare pain levels in people who choose to use a TENS unit during their IUD insertion to those who receive standard care, which might include a paracervical block (a type of pain relief injection) or no pain relief. We are looking for women aged 12 to 50 who want an IUD and can give informed consent. The main goal is to measure how much pain participants report during the IUD insertion.

Study design

This study plans to enroll 40 participants. It is an interventional study, meaning participants will receive a specific intervention (TENS unit or standard care).

What's involved

You would be screened over the phone or at the Tufts GYN clinic. If eligible, you would complete a background questionnaire and a study visit data collection form during your IUD insertion appointment.

Compensation

Not stated in the trial record.

Follow-up

Pain intensity will be measured on Day 1, which is the day of the IUD insertion.

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