Reusable devices to apply cold sensation in the assessment of regional anaesthesia

What you need to knowCold sensation is commonly used to assess the effectiveness of regional anaesthesiaVapo-coolant sprays are often used to apply cold sensation, but they are expensive, generate a lot of waste, and release greenhouse gasesReusable cold sensation devices offer an alternative to vapo-coolant sprays, and have financial and environmental benefitsCold sensation is not always the best way to check regional blocks; light touch is easy to apply with cotton woolCold sensory stimulation is the application of a cold stimulus to a patient’s skin to assess the extent and effectiveness of regional anaesthesia (eg, epidurals, spinal and nerve blocks).1 Sensation reported in a “blocked” area of skin is compared with that reported when cold is applied to an area unaffected by the block. Cold sprays are widely used for this purpose, but reusable cold sensation devices can also be used.This article outlines the environmental benefits of using reusable cold…
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