Knead a Hand? Use of a Portable Massager to Reduce Patient Pain and Anxiety During Nail Surgery.
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abstract
Pain and anxiety are common in patients undergoing nail surgery, and injection of local anesthetic is the most uncomfortable part of the procedure. Using a portable massager on the ipsilateral limb during nail injection can reduce pain and decrease patient anxiety. It is a simple and safe way to improve the patient experience during nail surgery.