Injection Locations change absorption?

[DiverMike]

Hey guys,

12 months on injections i have always had them done in the Gluts, be it the clinic giving me the shot or doing it myself using a 3ml 23G 1.5 inch syringe, i know i am always hitting the muscle as i tend to be sore for a couple of days.. nothing crazy just know i had the injection i think more when i do it as there is more movement during the injection compared to when the doc does it.

However my question is the doc says i have a issue with absorption and my injections and levels will and are getting better as i lose weight, it was recommended to give myself the shots in my delts.. it was suggested by a fellow at the gym that he gets better results pinning there.. Now i would have to pick up 25G pins i know and honesty don't feel comfortable as i have read that its more risky shooting there..

Can anyone chime in on weather i could get better use of my injections there, meaning is there a reason for it? And two is it that much more risky to shoot there compared to the rear end?

Thanks in advance.

[EverettCD]

No added risk injecting the delts as long as you are alcohol swabbing the injection site & aspirating prior to injecting. An IM injection is an IM injection no matter the mass of muscle tissue you use.

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[DiverMike]

Thanks Everett,

Any one have suggestions how I can assist to increase the absorption.. Currently my endo says its a mix of my morbid obesity, the large amount of insulin needs i have ( Type2 ) and a mixture of the other medications i am on ( hypertension, gout, cholesterol, Adhd, depression, acid reflux etc ).

[booku]

Delt injections arent too difficult, I do them myself standing up. What I do is lean injection arm against a wall, and then reach around with my opposite arm with the plunger between my index finger and middle finger. Pop it in, aspirate and inject.

As far as absorption, I mean as long as it's IM it is good to go in my opinion, things like SHBG and E2 levels are going to effect your testosterone levels , and there are natural treatments and medicines that can help these, I would not try Sub Q at this point being that you have a considerable amount of body fat, what length needles do you use for the delt, glute, and thigh? Those are the 3 site I use, 6 site IM rotation, works well for me, delt 25g 7/8", thigh 25g 7/8", glute 25g 1", but I am probably like 12-14% BF

Alot of people are unaware of the 7/8" needles IMO best for thighs and delts for people with low/moderate BF

[bullshark99]

Delts are awesome, one inch pin is fine, I use a 5/8 sometimes, never a problem with absorption according to BW. Also u said "obviously" u need a 25, not true used a 23 many times. Will admit the smaller the less intimidating.