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Life Kit: Health
Curbing needle phobia in adults starts with making shots less painful for kids
Apr 29, 2024
Dr. Stefan Friedrichsdorf discusses eliminating pain during shots for kids by using numbing cream and creating a positive experience, aiming to prevent needle phobia in adulthood. The podcast explores strategies like managing expectations and comfort positioning to reduce distress during medical procedures.
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- Implementing numbing cream can reduce pain during shots for children, potentially preventing needle phobia in the future.
- Comfort positioning and age-appropriate distractions can empower children during medical procedures, creating a more positive experience.
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Pain Management for Shots
Pain from shots can be traumatic and may lead to fear of needles, affecting healthcare. Dr. Stefan Friedrich Stauff advocates for pain reduction strategies. One significant approach is using numbing cream to lessen the pain experienced during shots. By offering numbing cream, children can have a less painful experience and potentially avoid needle-related fear in the future.
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