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Impact of the Helfer Skin Tap Technique on Pain and Comfort Levels During Ventrogluteal Injection: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Sponsor: Seyda Can
Summary
This randomized controlled study evaluates the effect of the Helfer Skin Tap Technique on pain and comfort during ventrogluteal intramuscular injections in adults. Participants aged 18-65 receiving diclofenac sodium injections at the Emergency Department of Yalova Training and Research Hospital will be randomly assigned to the intervention group (Helfer technique) or control group (standard injection). Pain and comfort will be measured using visual analog scales (VAS) before and after the injection. The study aims to provide evidence for improving injection pain management and patient comfort. Participation is voluntary, and all procedures follow ethical guidelines.
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - 65 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
60
Start Date
2026-01-20
Completion Date
2028-01
Last Updated
2026-05-13
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
Helfer Skin Tap Technique applied before IM Diclofenac injection
Helfer Skin Tap Technique applied before IM Diclofenac injection
Locations (1)
Yalova University
Yalova, Yalova, Turkey (Türkiye)