What are Trigger Point Injections?

Trigger Point Injections

• Medication is directly injected into trigger points.
• Trigger points are knots that develop in muscles when they fail to relax.
• A small needle is used for the injection.
• Substances injected can include a local anesthetic, saline, or a corticosteroid.
  
  

Treatment Areas and Conditions

• These injections are used for muscle groups in the arms.
• They are also used for muscle groups in the legs.
• The lower back is a treatment area.
• The neck can be treated with these injections.
• Conditions like fibromyalgia may be addressed.
• Tension headaches are another potential application.
  
  

Benefits

• Patients may experience immediate relief from pain.
• Improved mobility is often a result.
• The injections can lead to the relaxation of muscle knots.
  
  

Potential Risks

• There is a risk of infection at the injection site.
• Bleeding at the injection site is possible.
• In rare cases, muscle damage could occur.
  
  

Post-Procedure Expectations

• Patients usually can return to their normal activities right away.
• Muscle soreness might last for one to two days.
  
  

Overall Goals

• The primary goal is to reduce muscle pain.
• Improving mobility is another key objective.
• Ultimately, the aim is to enhance the patient’s overall functionality.