Impact of Vibrating Device Distraction on Mechanical Pain Thresholds Induced by Needle Sham

Impact of Vibrating Device Distraction on Mechanical Pain Thresholds Induced by Needle Sham

This is a prospective, crossover study of healthy participants evaluating the mechanical pain threshold for weighted pinprick stimuli.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Greater than 18 years of age
• English speaking
• Hearing intact

Exclusion Criteria:

• History of chronic pain or acute pain syndromes
• History of neurological, internal or psychiatric conditions
• Has active infections on arms and hand
• Has hearing loss
• Is pregnant
• Is currently taking beta blockers, chronotropic heart medications, or opioids or other prescription pain medications