Trigger Point Injections in Salisbury, NC
What are Trigger Point Injections?
Trigger point injections are used to target many muscle groups that are constantly tense and knotted. A trigger point injection may be recommended by Carolina Pain and Weight Loss for patients who experience chronic pain that results from knotted muscles formed in particular spots across the body. These spots are known as trigger points, which can become quite painful as the muscles continue to get tighter over time and potentially affect surrounding tissues or nerves. In order to relax these areas and provide the patient with effective relief from their painful symptoms, a trigger point injection is given in the office by our providers.
If you suffer from chronic pain and are in need of treatment, call our Mooresville office at (704) 360-4564 or our Salisbury office at (704) 637-5767 to schedule an appointment with a pain management specialist today!
What Conditions Can Be Treated By Trigger Point Injections?
In theory, a trigger point injection can be used anywhere on the body where a hardened knot has developed. Muscle groups commonly treated with this treatment method include the neck, lower back, arms, and legs. At Carolina Pain and Weight Loss, our providers often recommend trigger point injections for patients that suffer from:
- Tension headaches
- Fibromyalgia
- Myofascial pain syndrome
What Are Some Related Treatments & Remedies?
Trigger-point injections are commonly suggested in addition to prescribed medication and/or physical therapy. Patients may attempt to find relief first by trying different muscle relaxers, or by practicing various physical therapy exercises. If these treatments are unable to provide sufficient relief, then your provider may recommend that patients consider a trigger point injection as a logical next step in their treatment process.
How Does Trigger Point Injections Work?
A trigger point injection can consist of several components, including a local anesthetic, saline, and a corticosteroid. This injection is administered during a brief visit to one of our pain management offices in Mooresville or Salisbury. During the visit, your provider will numb the area before applying the injection to the targeted trigger point, and patients can return to normal activities immediately afterward.
What are Trigger Point Injection Side Effects?
Trigger point injections are very safe. Side effects are rarely reported, and are typically quite mild if experienced. These risks can include bleeding or infection at the treatment site, and should be addressed by a professional right away. More commonly, patients can expect some numbness or slight soreness at the injection site.
How Effective Are Trigger Point Injections?
Results can vary on a case-by-case basis, with some patients reporting instantaneous relief as soon as their injection is given, and others who begin to experience an improvement in the days or even weeks following their injection. It is also possible for some individuals not to notice any difference in their symptoms after a trigger point injection, though several studies have concluded that the majority of patients who receive this type of injection do experience some degree of reduction in their pain levels.
Schedule a Trigger Point Injection Consultation
If you are interested in learning more about trigger point injections for chronic pain, call our pain management clinic in Mooresville at (704) 360-4564 or our clinic in Salisbury at (704) 637-5767 today. Our pain management specialists will take the time to evaluate your symptoms to determine if trigger point injections are right for you.