Where are intramuscular injections given in the thigh?

Typically, people who need to self-administer injections use the vastus lateralis muscle in the thigh. To locate the correct spot, imagine dividing the thigh vertically into three equal parts. Give the injection into the outer top part of the middle section.

Can you give IM injection in upper thigh?

Your healthcare provider has prescribed a medicine that must be given by intramuscular (IM) injection. This means you use a needle and syringe to send medicine into large muscles in your body. They are usually given in the thigh, hip, or upper arm.

How do you give yourself an intramuscular injection in the thigh?

To give yourself an injection you will use your thigh. Use the middle outer part of the thigh to inject. The best area is one hand length below the hip and one hand length above the knee. Use a 20-22 gauge, 1-1½ needle.

What are the 4 injection sites?

Summary. There are four sites on your body that can be used to give yourself an intramuscular injection. These include the upper arm, thigh, hip, and buttocks.

How many ml can you inject in thigh?

The rectus femoris and vastus lateralis remain the recommended sites for volumes up to 5 ml in adults. A maximum of 2 ml is recommended for older adults and thin patients.

Where do you inject a quad?

Quads – your quads are the next safest area to inject after the glutes. You need to inject into your outer thigh, half way between your knee and the top of your leg.

Where do you inject vastus lateralis?

The injection site is halfway down the vastus lateralis, which is the muscle on the outside of the thigh. Markers include the greater trochanter, and the lateral femoral condyle – the injections site is about halfway between these two levels.

Is vastus lateralis same as anterolateral thigh?

Figure showing the anatomical markers used to identify the vastus lateralis injection site on the anterolateral thigh. The injection site is halfway down the vastus lateralis, which is the muscle on the outside of the thigh.