--- title: "Buzzy® Vaccine Pain Relief Just Got Better: The New Placement Method You Need to Try" description: New research reveals the best Buzzy® placement for painless vaccinations. Discover the multidermatomal placement and reduce needle pain even more! image: https://blog.paincarelabs.com/hubfs/BreakthroughBuzzyPlacement-Thumbnail_04.png --- ## Blog ![](https://blog.paincarelabs.com/hubfs/BreakthroughBuzzyPlacement-Thumbnail_04.png) # Buzzy® Vaccine Pain Relief Just Got Better: The New Placement Method You Need to Try Published by [Amy Baxter](https://blog.paincarelabs.com/author/amy-baxter) on Mar 4, 2025 3:01:44 PM For over 22 years, we've been fine-tuning the science behind Buzzy®—a device that reduces needle pain using a combination of vibration and cold. And now, thanks to new insights and groundbreaking MRI data, we’ve discovered a **better** way to place Buzzy® for an even more effective, potentially painless experience. 📺 **Watch the full video breakdown here:** [New Buzzy Placement Technique](https://youtu.be/r9eQRArxTJQ)     ### **Why This New Method Works** Traditionally, we’ve always advised placing Buzzy® **between the brain and the pain**—for example, above the injection site on the arm. While this approach is still effective, recent MRI findings show that **vibration affects pain signals on both sides of the spine**, not just in a single nerve pathway. This means a **broader placement approach** can deliver even stronger pain relief. Enter the **Ospina Method**, a game-changing placement technique named after Dr. Ospina, who demonstrated its success at the American Academy of Pediatrics. ### **How to Use the New Buzzy® Placement for Vaccinations** Instead of placing Buzzy® directly above the injection site, **position it in the small triangle where the arm meets the chest**, with the vibrator facing up toward the shoulder.   ![Buzzy-Placement-Comparison](https://blog.paincarelabs.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Buzzy-Placement-Comparison.png?width=1344&height=1344&name=Buzzy-Placement-Comparison.png) ✅ **Why?** This “multi-dermatomal” placement stimulates multiple nerve pathways, flooding the spinal cord with pain-blocking neurotransmitters like adenosine, stopping pain signals more effectively. #### **The 4 Key Takeaways** 1. **For dual Buzzy® use, try "criss-cross applesauce"** - Have the child hold a Buzzy® in each hand, cross their arms, and place the devices in the triangle area. 2. **Test different arm placements** - If receiving two shots, place each Buzzy® in a different arm and see which placement works best for your patients. 3. **Science evolves—so should we** - Our understanding of pain relief is always improving. As new research emerges, we refine Buzzy’s usage for maximum effectiveness. 4. **If using the old placement, enhance it with ice** - While the traditional method still works, using **frozen ice wings** boosts its effectiveness. ### **Final Thoughts** This breakthrough isn’t just an update—it’s a **transformation in how we manage pain** during vaccinations. Whether you’re a clinician, parent, or patient, this new placement could make immunizations significantly more comfortable.   Try it out, and let us know your experiences! 🔗 **Watch the full video for a step-by-step guide:** [New Buzzy Placement Technique](https://youtu.be/r9eQRArxTJQ) Tags: [Buzzy®](https://blog.paincarelabs.com/tag/buzzy), [Buzzy® For Personal Care](https://blog.paincarelabs.com/tag/buzzy-for-personal-care), [Buzzy® For HealthCare](https://blog.paincarelabs.com/tag/buzzy-for-healthcare), [The Science Behind Buzzy®](https://blog.paincarelabs.com/tag/the-science-behind-buzzy), [Pain](https://blog.paincarelabs.com/tag/pain), [Pain & Pain Management](https://blog.paincarelabs.com/tag/pain-pain-management), [Procedural Pain](https://blog.paincarelabs.com/tag/procedural-pain), [shots](https://blog.paincarelabs.com/tag/shots), [vaccination](https://blog.paincarelabs.com/tag/vaccination), [Educate](https://blog.paincarelabs.com/tag/educate) [Back to Blog](https://blog.paincarelabs.com) ## Related Articles ## [In Praise of Placebo (3 of 3) - A. 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