The Effect of ShotBlocker and Vibration on Pain During Vaccination

The Effect of ShotBlocker and Vibration Pen on Pain During Vaccination in Healthy Infants: A Randomized Controlled Study

This study was conducted to investigate the effects of ShotBlocker and a vibration pen on pain in infants during routine vaccination. In this randomized controlled trial, 96 healthy infants aged 2-6 months were included. The infants were randomized into three groups: vibration pen, ShotBlocker, and control. Pain was assessed before, during, and after the procedure using the FLACC scale.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Healthy infant aged 2-6 months
• Written consent from the parent

Exclusion Criteria:

• Premature infants born before 37 weeks
• Infants with severe neurodevelopmental disorders
• Presence of acute infection or fever
• History of a previous serious vaccine reaction