Trigger Point Injections
A trigger point is a small area in a muscle or fasci
a that is very sensitive to touch or pressure and it can be extremely painful. Trigger points pain most frequently occur in the neck, back, and shoulders. Among the main causes of trigger points:
- Muscle injuries
- Recurring strain
- Poor posture
- Stress
- And several spine conditions
A trigger point can cause severe pain. It may feel tender, hard, or twitch when you touch it. Sometimes, a trigger point can irritate surrounding nerves causing pain to spread to nearby areas (radiated pain).
Trigger point injections relax the muscle and relieve pain by placing medications in the trigger point. These injections are considered the most effective way to inactivate a trigger point pain. The injected medication usually consists of an anesthetic to relax the area and relieve pain. A steroid medication is sometimes included in the injection to reduce the inflammation.
Trigger point injections are administered at our in-house procedure suite. The procedure itself only last around 15 minutes. Patients may receive a nerve block or local anesthetic prior to the injection to prevent pain.
Our Spine Surgeons have been performing trigger point injection procedures for years in Boca Raton. For a preferred specialist in Boca Raton, call 561-549-9090.