Testing ways to reduce pain during IV insertion
Part of Pain clinical trials.
This study tests two different ways to reduce pain when placing an IV line. It compares using a small plastic device called ShotBlocker to using manual pressure, and looks at which method causes less pain and gives more satisfaction.
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Who can take part
- You must be between 18 and 65 years old.
- You must be able to see, hear, and understand instructions without trouble.
- You must not be taking regular pain medication or have ongoing pain.
- You must not have had an IV line in the same arm within the last month.
- You must not have a condition that changes how you feel pain (like neuropathy).
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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