Storytime or buzz: simple tricks to soothe Kids' shot pain

NCT ID NCT06354608

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tested whether listening to an audio book or feeling a local vibration can reduce pain and fear in children aged 4-6 during a routine shot. 120 children in a pediatric emergency unit were randomly assigned to one of these methods or standard care. The goal was to find a simple, non-drug way to make injections less distressing for young kids.

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Conditions

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Pain Pain, Procedural

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Locations

  • University of Yalova

    Yalova, Yalova, Turkey (Türkiye)

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