Simple thumb pressure before injections may ease pain and fear
NCT ID NCT07505992
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested whether applying acupressure to a specific point on the hip for one minute before an intramuscular injection could reduce pain, fear, and improve satisfaction. Sixty-eight adults receiving a diclofenac shot were randomly assigned to acupressure or standard care. The goal was to see if this simple, drug-free technique makes injections more comfortable.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- acupressure
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could provide a simple, non-drug way to reduce pain and fear during injections, improving patient experience.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, completed trial with only 68 participants. Results may not apply to all patients or settings, and the effect may be modest.
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Eastern Mediterranean University
Famagusta, 34381, Cyprus
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