Trigger Point Injections: Relief for Chronic Pain
If you're tired of living with chronic pain, you may want to consider trigger point injections. This innovative treatment targets the muscles and tissues that can cause pain, stiffness, and discomfort.
At our integrated physical medicine clinic, we offer trigger point injections to patients suffering from various conditions such as spasms in the neck, lower or middle back, muscle injuries, headaches, and fibromyalgia. Unlike other treatments that may only provide temporary relief, trigger point injections can have long-lasting benefits.
How Trigger Point Injections Work
During treatment, a trained physician will insert a needle into specific trigger points, knots in the muscles that refer pain to other areas of the body. The injection consists of anesthetic and sometimes a steroid-designed to relax the muscles and reduce inflammation. The result is almost immediate relief from pain, which can last for several weeks or months.
What to Expect During Treatment
Before treatment, your physician will discuss your medical history and assess your condition to determine if trigger point injections are the right option for you. Each session can last between 15-30 minutes, and several trigger points can be injected at once. Some patients may experience mild discomfort, which can be managed with over-the-counter pain medication.
