PROCEDURAL PAIN

This study tested whether a stronger numbing cream (BLT) works better than a standard one (4% lidocaine) for reducing pain during skin treatments like laser and microneedling. 63 adults participated, and pain levels were measured using simple rating scales. The goal is to improve…

This study looked at whether watching cartoons (passive distraction) or playing games (active distraction) works better to reduce pain and fear in children aged 6-9 years when getting a peripheral IV. Sixty-four children took part, and researchers measured their pain and fear usi…

This study looked at whether giving children aged 4-6 a liquid hourglass or a spiky ball toy during a blood draw can reduce their pain, fear, and anxiety. 120 children were randomly assigned to use one of the toys or receive standard care. The goal was to see if these simple dist…

This study looked at two simple ways to help children aged 6-9 feel less pain and fear when a nurse removes their IV line. One method was having the child squeeze a ball as a distraction, and the other was using a silicone-based spray to gently remove the sticky tape. The goal wa…

This study tested whether virtual reality glasses or simple game cards could help children aged 5 to 10 feel less fear, anxiety, and pain during wound care. Ninety children were split into three groups: standard care, standard care with game cards, or standard care with VR. Resea…

This study looked at whether a gentle touch technique can lower pain and help breathing in preterm infants during painful procedures like blood draws. Researchers compared 60 babies who received gentle touch to those who got standard care. The goal was to see if this simple, drug…

This study tested whether a toy dog that mimics breathing could distract toddlers (ages 1-3) during blood draws. Eighty children were split into two groups: one used the breathing toy, the other received standard care. The toy group had 51% less pain, 72% less crying, and calmer …