Expert Answered Post Injection Pain

[sxkol]

Hi, everyone. As part of my TRT, I’ve switched from Testogel to testosterone enanthate injections. I’ve had two injections so far—one in my thigh and one in my shoulder—and both times I’ve experienced post-injection pain, similar to muscle soreness. How do you handle this when it comes to working out—specifically strength training and cardio? Should I avoid putting strain on the muscle for a few days?

 

[SalvatoreCorvus]

Hi.

The first injections are often painful.
It gets better overtime (even if sometimes for no reasons you can get inflammation and swelling)
And don't use to much oil with a big needle. Less volume lead to fewer PIP

If it's a TRT you always have the possibility to do subQ with volumes of 0.2-0.3ml per spot. It will be a little painful to the touch but not muscular disabling

 

[Davy Tenebrae]

Hi, everyone. As part of my TRT, I’ve switched from Testogel to testosterone enanthate injections. I’ve had two injections so far—one in my thigh and one in my shoulder—and both times I’ve experienced post-injection pain, similar to muscle soreness. How do you handle this when it comes to working out—specifically strength training and cardio? Should I avoid putting strain on the muscle for a few days?

Mild PIP is pretty common when switching from gel to injections, especially during the first few shots.
I'd avoid heavy training for the affected muscle for 24–48 hours if it's sore, but light cardio, walking, and gentle movement are fine as long as they don't worsen the pain.
A warm compress can help, and as Salvatore mentioned, injection volume, needle size and technique can make a difference. You could also discuss smaller, more frequent injections or subcutaneous administration.
If the pain keeps getting worse or you notice increasing redness, warmth, swelling or fever, get it checked rather than assuming it's normal PIP.

 

[sxkol]

Hi.

The first injections are often painful.
It gets better overtime (even if sometimes for no reasons you can get inflammation and swelling)
And don't use to much oil with a big needle. Less volume lead to fewer PIP

If it's a TRT you always have the possibility to do subQ with volumes of 0.2-0.3ml per spot. It will be a little painful to the touch but not muscular disabling

Hey. I do 0,223 ml every other day With a 27g 25mm needle. I dont feel the injection itself; the effects start a few hours later. It’s not really a big deal when I have PIP—I was just thinking about my training. I’ll schedule the injections so that the muscle gets two days of rest afterward; that should work out fine. Thanks for your advice

 

[sxkol]

Mild PIP is pretty common when switching from gel to injections, especially during the first few shots.
I'd avoid heavy training for the affected muscle for 24–48 hours if it's sore, but light cardio, walking, and gentle movement are fine as long as they don't worsen the pain.
A warm compress can help, and as Salvatore mentioned, injection volume, needle size and technique can make a difference. You could also discuss smaller, more frequent injections or subcutaneous administration.
If the pain keeps getting worse or you notice increasing redness, warmth, swelling or fever, get it checked rather than assuming it's normal PIP.

Hi. I will try to schedule the shots so that the muscle has 2 days to recover after the injection, and i'll take a Look at the next shots maybe thank you.