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Botulinum toxin injections can be painful, but using a vibration device during the procedure significantly reduces patient discomfort. Most patients preferred the vibration method, indicating improved comfort during aesthetic treatments.

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Aesthetics
Dermatology
Pain Management

Background:

Neuromodulator injections, like botulinum toxin, are common cosmetic procedures.
Pain is a frequent side effect associated with these injections.
Improving patient comfort during injections is a clinical goal.

Purpose of the Study:

To evaluate the efficacy of a vibration device in reducing pain during botulinum toxin injections.
To assess patient comfort and treatment experience with and without vibration assistance.
To determine patient preference for vibration-assisted versus non-assisted injections.

Main Methods:

A single-center, randomized, split-face, controlled study was conducted.
Botulinum toxin A was administered for glabellar lines with and without a vibrating beauty bar.
Pain was measured using a visual analog scale, and patient questionnaires were used.

Main Results:

Mean pain scores were lower with vibration (4.0) compared to without (4.9).
A significant majority of patients (81.7%) preferred vibration for subsequent injections.
Patients reported a positive perception and improved comfort with the vibration device.

Conclusions:

Pairing a vibration device with aesthetic botulinum toxin injections reduces pain and improves patient comfort.
Vibration therapy is a simple and effective adjunct for enhancing patient experience during cosmetic injections.
The findings support the routine use of vibration devices to mitigate injection-related pain.