The application of a topical anesthetic like ELA-max after the thaw cycle is a unique, easy, and expeditious way to eliminate the pain attendant with the use of liquid nitrogen cryotherapy.

Pediatric studies with routine vaccines have shown topical anesthetic EMLA cream (lidocaine and prilocaine, Astra Pharmaceuticals, Inc.) and the topical vapocoolant Fluori-Methane ...

Those who have aspirin allergies or take blood thinners for heart disease may be at higher risk. Lidocaine is a topical anesthetic that relieves pain by creating a numbing sensation. It works by ...