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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!
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# [Buzzy® Vaccine Pain Relief Just Got Better: The New Placement Method You Need to Try](https://blog.paincarelabs.com/buzzy-vaccine-pain-relief-just-got-better-the-new-placement-method-you-need-to-try)

 Written by [Amy Baxter](https://blog.paincarelabs.com/author/amy-baxter) | Mar 4, 2025 8:01:44 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.

 

✅ **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)

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