How to relax before getting a needle.?
969987
Boy do I understand you're anxiety! This is my scariest biggest cry baby moment ever, I'm a complete wuss. Okay, this is my advice. First off, I'm never scared, when I'm more informed about the actual process: meaning if you can tell me when you're going to "do the needle", and how long it will take, and talk me thru it, I'm much better. I'd first suggest, informing the nurse, or assistant that you have are deeply anxious over this process, and that it's not something contrived, and they need to honestly realize that you are frightful of getting a shot. Many people are in fact! There are some great staff, that take that in consideration and can "counter" it with idle chit chat, or jokes, or anecdotes, about everyday things, that can "distract" you from what is going on. Ask to be taken seperately to a room to get the shot, as you might faint, or feel dizzy, or become hysterical. Yes this does seem dramatic, but its' not joke, (I've wigged out worse, lol). The more informed the staff is the more serious they will take your concern. \n\nSecondly, realize to yourself, that this process is going to pass, and you're doing something to benefit your health and whatever minimal seconds of discomfort and pain it will cause, it WORTH it in the long run. Cry if you have to, but it's not long standing, and you can wipe the tears before leaving the room,  no one has to know. Trust me, no one wants to be subjected to pain, but it's necessary sometimes! Be rational, it's a tight bee sting, you won't die, you will outlive this discomfort, it may hurt for a little while, but you've likely encountered worse, and ya know,, at the end, all that fussing is kinda silly.... and you'll make it thru! Suck it up and just do it, you have to, look away as it's being done! Hope this all helps!
348156
I draw blood a lot and the best way to get over it is to lay down if possible. Try to relax it doesn't hurt that much it's like a quick poke and it goes really fast. Tell the doctor office that you are scared and they will get the best person to do it.It's important to try to relax and it's important to let them no that you feel faint so that they can make appropriate arrangements which is you laying down. If you get to worked up some people can constrict there veins and no blood can come out. It's not so bad it's just the idea that gets people worked up. I had a patient one time who had a needle phobia and was trying to overcome it and I talked her right through everything but we discussed thing that didn't pertain to what I was doing and it was over before she new it. just discuss everything with the doctor or nurse ahead of time and they will make you comfortable. If you are getting it done at a lab be aware that this is all these people do all day long and they are experts. Good luck
804464
I hate needles too!  When I have to get my blood drawn, I tell the nurse that I am scared of needles.  This helps her know that I'm a little worried about the situation.  They are always really nice to me.  I usually look away and just have them talk me through it.  Sometimes, if I'm feeling really queasy, I'll lay down instead of sitting up.  \n\nHowever, I've always made it through without fainting or anything!  It doesn't hurt... it's just a quick little sting.  After the necessary amount of blood is drawn, pressure is applied with some gauze and then you'll probably get a bandage.  \n\nAnd really--if you faint or scared or nauseous, just tell the person who is drawning your blood and they'll make sure you're okay and that you're comfortable.  It might help too if you can just think of something pleasant to distract you from your anxiety.\n\nGood luck!!
832179
Have a cup of tea and relax with a good book. Surely you can take 20 min and do that before you finish your work.
885554
Do you remember your last immunization shots? It's not as bad as that, although it takes a few moments longer. So, no, it doesn't hurt but you will feel it. It's not a big needle and you won't feel the blood coming out.\n\nI'm really freaked out by needles, too. The truth is that the anxiety is worse than actually getting it done. Keep in mind that it only takes a few seconds and that there are far worse things to be awake through. Getting your blood tested is a positive thing that renders important information. It's not like you are getting your teeth pulled, where you have to sit through the drilling, crunching and yanking at your jaw. \n\nJust try to keep it in perspective.
722258
have fun with it!!  pull out some scrap fabric and try them all, just make sure to adjust your tension from least to most, not most to least.  this can break your needle and also break the thread making it a pain in the booty.
865691
Um yes anytime you get a needle put into your body it hurts!!!  I hope that after your shot that you got to do something fun for your self.  =-) I usually go shopping or eat some good food =-) \n\nFEEL BETTER SOON !
843948
Don't worry, it's not nearly as bad as you think. Although, you will feel a little sting, and they will be using a slightly larger gauge needle than would be used for an injection, it won't be bad at all. Also, you will definitely NOT feel the blood coming out. \n\nIt won't take long at all.\n\n1. They will search for a good vain, either by sight or by gently touching the vain\n2. They will disinfect the injection/withdrawal site with either an alcohol or iodine swab.\n3. They may ask you to make a fist\n4. They will insert the needle and withdraw a couple small vials of blood.\n5. It will be over before you know it, and you will probably be saying to yourself  "was that it?"\n\n\nIf you are still feeling squeamish tomorrow, just don't watch while they are taking the blood.\n\n\n                     YOU'LL BE FINE!!\n\nHopefully, this answer helped a bit!!!
101984
Set aside some time for you and you alone, take at least one hour closer to two. Tricky but it can be done. Pour a very hot bath for yourself with sea salt and lots of bubbles. Pour a glass of wine, Kendall Jackson chardonnay, Get a candle that will provide a sent that you find pleasing. Some relaxing music, maybe even sound of whales or water running in a stream. As you get into the tub, get in slow. Work your way in until you are as completely covered as possible. Relax, and close your eyes. Think about something that you find pleasing, maybe a beach or of that sort. After your body stabilizes to the temperature of the tub, take deep breaths in from nose, out from mouth. Only a few times. At the same time stretch your arms and legs as far as you can, with hands going over your head. As you begin to relax and find yourself losing your tension, do what ever it is that helps you relax even more. Remember this is your time! No interruptions! So think about yourself and happy times.
187092
I would use a heating pad and massage. You can avoid this by warming up before stretching or exercising. Drink a lot of water.
495906
Put a heating pad or a hot water bottle on your neck. Also, take some ibuprofen.
974855
Something like a rubber band is tied around the upper arm.  You pump your fist to bring the vein closer to the surface.  The area is cleansed.  A needle is put in which you will barely feel and which lasts all of 1 second.  After that you should feel nothing at all.  In fact - the rubber band is more uncomfortable than the needle stick.  There is honestly nothing to be afraid of - I do not like having my blood drawn but it does not hurt - other than a needle stick which hurts about as much or less than an insect bite.  Good luck.
862450
Get lost in the moment...just let go completely and you'll be great. Being comfortable and relaxed is key!
1073168
Just be patient, relax and enjoy the moment. Maybe try some erotic massage.
785991
there are really no pain free lancing devices, but the best ive found so far in the 7 years ive been a diabetic is the ascensia breeze, you can set the level of the needle...there is one more type that uses a syringe type that is supposed to be a little more comfortable...but you have to rember that your poking the skin, youre going to feel a pinprick.after a while you get used to it...good luck
1094966
get a cool bath\n\nwipe you forehead with a cool cloth\n\nwalk around naked\n\nwear cotton as much as possible and avoid tight clothing\n\nbuy air conditioning\n\nrun cold water on the insides of your wrists  -as the blood is pumped through it actively cools your blood down\n\nemigrate to the north pole\n\nhope you feel better soon :-)
756290
Yes, you can lie down if you request it.\n\nThey will tie a rubber band around your arm at the bicep.  This causes the veins to swell a bit, making it easier to find them.\n\nThey will insert a double ended needle into the vein and then put a vacuum tube on the other end.  It will fill with the correct level of blood.\n\nDepending on what tests the Doctor ordered, they may fill several of these tubes.  The use of the double ended needle means they only have to poke you once.  They may ask you to make a fist.\n\nAbout the time they are done they will remove the rubber band.\n\nYou get a cotton swab and then a small band aid and you are finished!