Key points
- Use only sterile medical needles
- Must understand anatomy thoroughly
- Proper sharps disposal required
- Risk of hitting nerves or vessels
- Infection risk without sterile technique
In detail
- Supplies: Sterile hypodermic needles (medical grade), alcohol prep pads, sterile gloves, sharps container
- Technique: Hand washing, glove use, skin prep with alcohol, proper insertion angle
- Anatomy: Know location of major nerves and blood vessels, avoid hitting vessels
- Placement: Pinch skin, insert at shallow angle, avoid major structures
- Aftercare: Remove carefully, pressure if bleeding, watch for infection signs
- Disposal: Proper sharps container immediately, never recap needles
- Contraindications: Bleeding disorders, immune issues, blood thinners, diabetes complications
Warnings
- Infection risk is serious
- Hitting vessels or nerves causes injury
- Blood-borne pathogen exposure
- Improper disposal is a health hazard
- Not for self-taught beginners
- Some people faint
- Keloid scarring possible
Resources and next steps
- Take classes from experienced practitioners
- Learn sterile technique properly
- Practice on yourself first
- Keep first aid supplies ready
- Know signs of infection
- A sex-positive, kink-aware doctor