Pain, Intractable
Conditions
Keywords
pain blocking
Brief summary
There is a gating mechanism in the dorsal horn of the spinal cord that acts to facilitate or inhibit transmission of pain signals to the brain. The gate can be closed by mechanical stimuli such as touch and vibration.
Detailed description
The researcher develope a device that can use to reduce pain during drug administration or blood collection with needles.
Interventions
pain blocking
Sponsors
Study design
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
* Receiving an injection with a needle * Able to score the pain on a scale of 0-10 using the universal pain assessment tool, preferably 7 years of age or older
Exclusion criteria
* Current pregnancy * Inability to understand and carry out instruction
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Pain Blocking During Drug Administration or Blood Collection With Needles | up to 12 months | Pain Blocking During Drug Administration or Blood Collection With Needles |
Countries
United States