| Abstract P029 – Table 1. Top three injection techniques to minimise injection pain and muscle soreness. | |
|---|---|
| Month 6: top three techniques to minimise pain during injection | |
| − Slow speed of pushing intramuscular injections | 74% (n = 28/38) |
| − Having patient relax muscle prior to injection | 71% (n = 27/38) |
| − Assuring medication being at room temperature | 66% (n = 25/38) |
| Month 6: top three advice provided for reducing soreness after the injection | |
| − Taking over‐the‐counter pain relievers | 50% (n = 19/38) |
| − Using cold compresses | 42% (n = 16/38) |
| − Avoiding prolonged sitting | 39% (n = 15/38) |
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