The Pain Management Toolbox for IUD Placement

Gynecology experts have developed this toolbox of resources to help you learn about alternative and innovative solutions to reduce pain and anxiety upon IUD placement.

 Watch the video to learn about the causes of pain, the need for cervix stabilisation, and how the instruments you choose can impact the pain experienced by your patient. You will also hear about the importance of leading a pre-placement conversation and putting the patient in control.

Clinical Takeaways

• Fear of pain is a widespread concern among people considering an IUD
• With the right tools you can address anxiety and pain before, during, and after placement
• A pre-placement conversation puts the patient in control, and allows you to assess and address concerns and prepare for placement
• The way you choose and use the instruments needed to place the IUD impacts the pain experienced by the patient