Chill out: cold spray may ease sting and bruises from Post-Surgery shots

NCT ID NCT07195955

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated Jun 12, 2026 · Updated 37 times

Summary

This study tested whether spraying a cold mist on the skin before a blood-thinner injection can lessen pain and bruising. About 100 adults who had orthopedic surgery and needed daily heparin shots took part. Researchers measured pain levels and bruise size to see if the cold spray helped.

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Locations

  • Kocaeli University

    Köseköy, Kocaeli, 41100, Turkey (Türkiye)

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