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New shot technique cuts kids' pain and stress, study finds

NCT ID NCT07157592

Symptom relief Sponsor: Akdeniz University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Summary

This study tested a special way to give intramuscular injections to children aged 6-12. Instead of the usual method, nurses used a precise ventrogluteal technique with a 90-degree angle and quick needle insertion and removal. The 90 children were split into two groups: one got the standard injection, the other the new technique. Results showed that children who received the new technique had lower pain scores and slower heart rates after the shot, suggesting it may be a more comfortable and less stressful option.

What this could mean

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Active substance
ventrogluteal intramuscular injection technique
What this could lead to
If confirmed, this simple technique could become standard practice to make routine injections less painful for children.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed study with only 90 children. Results may not apply to all ages or settings, and the technique requires proper training.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

90 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Sep 2023

Finished

Dec 2023

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.

Ages

6 to 12 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Being 6-12 years old. * Being willing to participate in the research. * Not having a chronic disease or mental or neurological disability. * Being able to communicate verbally. Exclusion Criteria: * Taking any analgesic medication within 6 hours before the application to the emergency department. * Having a life-threatening disease (e.g., sepsis, shock, respiratory or cardiogenic arrest).

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Conditions

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injection anthrax Pain

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Children Im injection Pain Ventrogluteal site

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Akdeniz University

    Antalya, 07070, Turkey (Türkiye)

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