21 CFR §890.5800
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- (a)Identification. A virtual reality behavioral therapy device for pain relief is a device intended to provide behavioral therapy for patients with pain. Therapy is administered via a virtual reality display that utilizes a software program containing the behavioral therapy content.
- (b)Classification. Class II (special controls). The special controls for this device are:
- (1)Clinical performance testing under the labeled conditions for use must validate the model of behavioral therapy as implemented by the device and evaluate all adverse events.
- (2)The patient-contacting components of the device must be demonstrated to be biocompatible.
- (3)Software verification, validation, and hazard analysis must be performed.
- (4)Electromagnetic compatibility and electrical, mechanical, and thermal safety testing must be performed.
- (5)Labeling must include the following: