The Effect of Acupressure on Acute Pain During Venipuncture in Children: Implications for Evidence‐Based Practice

Özkan, Tuba Koç; Balcı, Serap

doi:10.1111/wvn.12437

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“…Numerous studies in the literature detail the effect of acupressure on pain level following CA (3,6,11,(12)(13)(14). In a limited number of studies, it was stated that acupressure was applied within 24 h or more than once, and the immediate effect of acupressure applied once was examined (11,12,(15)(16)(17)(18). In previous studies, the LI4, LI11, and PC6 points were found to be the most commonly used points to reduce the pain level (11,12,(15)(16)(17)(18); however, no study has used them together or examined their effects on pain and hemodynamic parameters after CA.…”

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“…In a limited number of studies, it was stated that acupressure was applied within 24 h or more than once, and the immediate effect of acupressure applied once was examined (11,12,(15)(16)(17)(18). In previous studies, the LI4, LI11, and PC6 points were found to be the most commonly used points to reduce the pain level (11,12,(15)(16)(17)(18); however, no study has used them together or examined their effects on pain and hemodynamic parameters after CA. Therefore, the aim of this study was to determine the effect of acupressure, which is one of the nonpharmacologic methods, on pain and hemodynamic parameters [systolic blood pressure (SBP), diastolic blood pressure (DBP), peripheral oxygen saturation (SpO 2 ), RR, and HR] in patients after CA.…”

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The effect of acupressure on pain level and hemodynamic parameters after coronary angiography: a randomized controlled study

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Yanık

Kanat

et al. 2023

Front. Cardiovasc. Med.

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BackgroundSubsequent to coronary angiography, procedures performed to prevent bleeding may cause pain in the patient. In this study, we aimed to determine the effect of acupressure on pain level and hemodynamic parameters in patients undergoing coronary angiography.MethodIn this prospective, a two-arm (1:1), randomized controlled trial was conducted, with 124 patients undergoing coronary angiography included. The randomly assigned study group (n = 62) received acupressure on the LI4 (on the dorsum of the hand, between the 1st and 2nd metacarpal bones), PC6 (three fingers above the wrist), and LI11 (at the lateral end of the transverse cubital crease) points for 15 min 2 h after angiography, while the control group (n = 62) received no acupressure. Data were collected using the visual pain scale (VAS) and hemodynamic parameters [systolic blood pressure (SBP), diastolic blood pressure (DBP), heart rate (HR), respiratory rate (RR), and peripheral oxygen saturation (SpO2)], monitoring form before, immediately after, and at 10, 20, and 30 min after acupressure.ResultsIn the study, it was found that patients had moderate pain after coronary angiography (study group: 5.02 ± 2.27; control group: 3.98 ± 1.82). When the groups were compared, it was found that the VAS score of the study group before angiography was significantly higher than that of the control group, but lower than the control group immediately after acupressure, and at 10, 20, and 30 min after acupressure. In addition, it was determined that acupressure was significantly higher in DBP and RR in the study group compared to the control group at 20 and 30 min; it was not effective in terms of SBP, HR, and SpO2 values.ConclusionThe results of the study indicated that patients reported moderate pain after coronary angiography, and that acupressure was effective in reducing the pain level, but affected only the DBP and RR hemodynamic parameters. Since the study was single-centered and followed for a short time, it is recommended to conduct new studies with a longer duration.

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The effect of acupressure on pain level and hemodynamic parameters after coronary angiography: a randomized controlled study

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Yanık

Kanat

et al. 2023

Front. Cardiovasc. Med.

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“…The rate of negative reactions in the control group was significantly higher than in the other groups (Table 2; P > 0.05). Özkan Koc and Balci 21 reported that there were no differences between the children (9 to 12) in the acupressure and control groups in terms of age, sex, presence of the parents during the venipuncture procedures, and number of venipunctures within the previous year.…”

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The Effect of 3 Methods (Buzzy, ShotBlocker, and DistrACTION Cards) Used While Taking Blood Samples From Children with Pain and Anxiety

2022

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Objectives:The aim of this study was to compare the effectiveness of 3 methods (Buzzy, ShotBlocker, and DistrACTION Cards) in reducing pain and anxiety while taking venous blood samples in children. Methods: The study population consisted of children aged 9 to 12 years admitted to the Child Health and Diseases Department in a Faculty of Medicine in Turkey. The sample of the study consisted of 242 children (Buzzy = 60, ShotBlocker = 61, DistrACTION Cards = 60, control = 61) who met the patient selection criteria and agreed to participate in the study. The data were obtained using an Information Form, the State-Trait Anxiety Inventory for Children, visual analog scale, and the Faces Pain Scale-Revised.Design: This article is an experimental randomized controlled study. Results: During venous blood collection, the scores of visual analog scale were significantly lower in ShotBlocker, Buzzy, and DistrACTION Cards groups than the control group. It was also observed that the control group experienced more anxiety than the other groups.Conclusions: Methods such as Buzzy, ShotBlocker, and DistrACTION Cards can be used to reduce the anxiety and pain of children during painful procedures such as blood collection and vascular access. Among these methods, "Buzzy" and "DistrACTION Cards" can be preferred as it is equally effective, and then ShotBlocker can be preferred.

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“…Regarding acupressure, numerous studies affirm the effectiveness of this nonpharmacological method in reducing pain intensity. Ozkan et al confirmed the efficacy of acupressure in reducing venipuncture pain in children [ 62 ]. Furthermore, Yildirim et al conducted a study on “The Effect of Acupressure on Vital Signs, Acute Pain, and Stress during Venipuncture” involving 200 patients in Istanbul.…”

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A Comparison of the Effects of Acupressure and Music on Venipuncture Pain Intensity in Children: A Randomized Controlled Clinical Trial

Daihimfar,

Babamohamadi,

Ghorbani

2024

Pain Research and Management

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Pain from injections is common in children of all ages, and more than 90% of hospitalized children experience invasive and painful procedures such as venipuncture. In light of the complications associated with pain relief medications, nonpharmacological and complementary medicine approaches have gained attention. This study aims to compare the effects of acupressure and music on venipuncture pain intensity in children. This randomized controlled clinical trial involved 180 children aged 3–6 years who sought treatment at the Children’s Medical Center Hospital Emergency Department at Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Iran. The children were randomly assigned to one of three groups: acupressure, music, or control. The interventions were given within 5 minutes, starting 3 minutes before the venipuncture and continuing until completion. The interventions included playing music through headphones and applying acupressure to the Hugo point. Venipuncture was carried out under identical conditions using an Angiocath 24G needle. Pain intensity was assessed using the Oucher scale. Data were analyzed using SPSS 24, employing the Kruskal–Wallis, chi-square, and Bonferroni pairwise comparison tests, with a significance level of 0.05. The mean pain intensity was 3.32 ± 1.44 in the music group, 4.82 ± 1.51 in the acupressure group, and 8.32 ± 1.10 in the control group. Pain intensity significantly differed among the three groups p<0.001. Specifically, pain intensity was lower in the music group compared to both the acupressure p<0.001 and control p<0.001 groups. Furthermore, pain intensity was lower in the acupressure group than in the control group p<0.001. Based on the results, music and acupressure methods effectively reduce pain intensity during venipuncture in children. Considering that music demonstrated a more pronounced effect in alleviating venipuncture pain than acupressure, the recommendation is to utilize music as a method of pain management during venipuncture in children. Iranian Registry of Clinical Trials, Trial No. IRCT20120109008665N15, was registered on 6 December 2021.

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The Effect of Acupressure on Acute Pain During Venipuncture in Children: Implications for Evidence‐Based Practice

Cited by 10 publications

References 21 publications

The effect of acupressure on pain level and hemodynamic parameters after coronary angiography: a randomized controlled study

The effect of acupressure on pain level and hemodynamic parameters after coronary angiography: a randomized controlled study

The Effect of 3 Methods (Buzzy, ShotBlocker, and DistrACTION Cards) Used While Taking Blood Samples From Children with Pain and Anxiety

A Comparison of the Effects of Acupressure and Music on Venipuncture Pain Intensity in Children: A Randomized Controlled Clinical Trial

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