What question did this study set out to answer?

To explore effective strategies for minimizing pain and anxiety during intrauterine procedures such as IUD insertion.

February 23, 2026Open Access

Response: Re: Practical Recommendations for Minimizing Pain and Anxiety with IUD Insertion

VOViktoriya OvsepyanUniversity of Wisconsin–Madison PKPetra KelseyUniversity of Wisconsin–Madison AEAnn E. EvensenUniversity of Wisconsin–Madison

Key Points

To explore effective strategies for minimizing pain and anxiety during intrauterine procedures such as IUD insertion.
Discussion of existing literature on pain management techniques.
Review of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists Clinical Consensus.
Suggestions for practical pain-reduction approaches.
Increased awareness of pain management strategies within clinical practice.
Endorsement of collaborative approaches to enhance patient comfort during IUD insertion.

Abstract

We appreciate the author's interest in continuing the conversation about how best to reduce pain for patients undergoing intrauterine procedures. Since the publication of our article,11 the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists has published a Clinical Consensus on Pain Management

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