Trigger Point Injections
A trigger point is the medical name for a “knot” in the muscle. Releasing the knot can restore normal function, improve range of motion & reduce pain.
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TPI is a powerful way of releasing muscles quickly. This injection is done using ultrasound guidance to ensure safety and accuracy.
It can be used as a stand-alone treatment to release a muscle that is in spasm, such as when you wake up with a kink in your neck or strain your back with lifting. TPI can also be used with rehabilitation to correct longstanding muscle movement patterns.
Common Questions
Conditions Treated
> Whiplash or strain injuries
> Muscular back & neck pain
> Plantar fasciitis
> Achilles tendonitis
> Headache
> TMJ pain
> Concussion
> Muscular pain resistant to conservative treatment
Number of Treatments
Every patient is different. Some conditions will be completely alleviated with one treatment, others require serial treatments with stepwise improvement, usually spaced 2+ weeks apart.
Injection Details
0.1-1% Lidocaine in 5% dextrose is most often used, however there are alternatives in the case of sensitivity
Potential Risks
A brief period of post-treatment stiffness is the most common risk after TPI.
Risks of any injection include infection, bleeding, reaction to injectate and damage to adjacent structures.*
*Please refer to information link above.
Aftercare
Acetaminophen and NSAIDs like Ibuprofen are appropriate options for post treatment soreness.
Icing injection sites, proper hydration and progressive range of motion exercises are also effective to speed recovery.
Cost
Trigger point injections are an MSP-insured service. There is no cost to patients.
Medications injected may be charged for on a cost-recovery basis.