Trigger Point Injection Therapy
Quick Relief for Muscle Knots & Chronic Tension
Trigger point injections are a highly effective treatment for painful “knots” in your muscles—tight bands that fail to relax and cause pain locally or in other areas of the body. By targeting these points directly, injections can release muscle tension, improve mobility, and bring lasting relief.
How Trigger Point Injections Work
Trigger points are small, hypersensitive areas within muscle fibers that restrict blood flow, irritate surrounding nerves, and create pain. They can form from stress, poor posture, repetitive strain, or injury.
Trigger Point Injection Therapy involves:
- Injecting a small amount of local anesthetic (sometimes with other supportive medications) directly into the trigger point
- Relaxing the muscle fibers and reducing nerve irritation
- Restoring normal blood flow and oxygen delivery to help the muscle heal
- Reducing inflammation so the knot releases and function returns
- The treatment is quick, minimally invasive, and highly effective for both localized and referred pain.
Conditions Trigger Point Injections Can Help With
- Chronic neck and shoulder tension
- Low back pain
- Myofascial pain syndrome
- Fibromyalgia-related muscle knots
- Sports injuries and repetitive strain
- Tension headaches and migraines linked to neck/shoulder tightness
Benefits of Trigger Point Injections
- Rapid relief from painful knots and spasms
- Improved range of motion and flexibility
- Reduction in referred pain patterns (like headaches from neck knots)
- Complements physical therapy, acupuncture, and massage for long-term results
- Short, in-office procedure with little to no downtime
What to Expect During Treatment
- Evaluation – We locate your trigger points through physical exam and discussion of your symptoms.
- Injection – A fine needle delivers anesthetic directly into and around the trigger point. The procedure usually takes less than 15 minutes.
- Relief – Many patients feel immediate relaxation of the tight muscle. Some experience mild soreness for 24–48 hours, similar to a workout.
- Follow-Up – Most patients require 1–3 treatments spaced about 2 weeks apart. For chronic tension, maintenance every 1–2 months may be recommended.
FAQ
You may feel a quick pinch and brief muscle twitch, but most patients find the procedure very tolerable.
Relief can occur within minutes to hours. Chronic pain may require a series of treatments for lasting effects.
Side effects are rare. Some mild soreness or bruising at the injection site may occur but usually resolves within 48 hours.
Relief often lasts weeks to months. Maintenance sessions help prevent recurrence for chronic conditions.
Yes. Trigger point injections pair well with acupuncture, cupping, massage, and corrective exercise for complete muscle recovery.
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Why Choose South Mountain Movement & Wellness for Trigger Point Injections?
We don’t just stop at injections. We integrate acupuncture, cupping, nutrition, and regenerative therapies to address the root causes of muscle pain.