Lidocaine and Cortisone injection done by our physicians. Trigger point injections are a safe and effective treatment used to relieve muscle pain caused by tight, sensitive knots known as trigger points. These knots can develop from injury, repetitive strain, poor posture, or chronic muscle tension, often causing pain that radiates to other areas of the body.
Trigger point injections can be beneficial for a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions, including:
Trigger points are small areas of tight muscle fibers that can become painful when pressed and may refer pain to other parts of the body. They often develop after muscle overuse, injury, stress, or prolonged periods of poor posture.
The injection itself takes only a few minutes. After locating the trigger point, your provider inserts a fine needle into the muscle and injects the appropriate solution. Many patients experience immediate muscle relaxation, while others notice gradual improvement over the following several days.
Most patients experience only mild discomfort. A very small needle is used, and the injection is brief. Some temporary soreness afterward is normal.
Some patients experience improvement immediately after treatment, while others notice gradual pain relief over the next few days.
Relief varies depending on the underlying condition and individual response. Many patients experience benefits lasting several weeks or longer, especially when combined with rehabilitation exercises and physical therapy.
Some patients achieve lasting relief after a single session, while others may benefit from a series of treatments as part of a personalized rehabilitation plan.