Acupressure for Pain, Injection Fear, and Satisfaction in Intramuscular Injection Patients

Background: Intramuscular (IM) injection-related pain and anxiety continue to be common problems in nursing practice. Non-pharmacological interventions such as acupressure are increasingly recognized for their potential to reduce procedure-related discomfort and enhance patient satisfaction. Aim: This study is planned to evaluate the effects of acupressure therapy on pain, injection-related fear, and post-injection satisfaction among patients receiving IM injections. Methods: This study is designed as a randomized controlled trial to be conducted with 68 patients presenting to the emergency department and requiring IM diclofenac sodium injection. Participants will be randomly assigned to either an intervention group (n = 34), which will receive acupressure at the GB30 (Huantiao) point prior to injection, or a control group (n = 34), which will receive standard care. Data will be collected using the Visual Analog Scale, Injection Fear Scale, and Post-Injection Satisfaction Scale.