Videos

1 expert is featured in this series.

Panelists discuss how environmental modifications based on patient preferences are crucial during intrauterine device (IUD) placement, including verbal comfort, adjusted lighting, distractions, and heating pads. They emphasize that physician rapport significantly impacts pain perception, acknowledging that postprocedure discomfort can last for days. They also ensure that patients receive comprehensive management guidelines and contact information for follow-up support.

1 expert is featured in this series.

Panelists discuss how physicians consistently underestimate intrauterine device (IUD) placement pain compared to patients’ reported experiences. They emphasize that addressing this disparity requires physician humility, community education initiatives, and adherence to standardized guidelines such as the CDC’s updated 2024 pain management recommendations.