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Myofascial Trigger Point Therapy

Myofascial Trigger Point Injections Q&A

At OmniSpine Pain Management, Dr. Andrew Morchower M.D., M.P.H. specializes in myofascial trigger point injections to treat pain. It helps in treating various muscle groups, especially the neck, lower back, arms, and legs. For more information, contact us today or book an appointment online. Our clinics are located in Frisco, TX, Sunnyvale, TX, and Mesquite, TX.

Myofascial Trigger Point Injections Near Me in DFW, Frisco, Sunnyvale and Mesquite TX
Myofascial Trigger Point Injections Near Me in DFW, Frisco, Sunnyvale and Mesquite TX

Table of Contents:

Overview
When are trigger point injections used?
The procedure
After the procedure
The results

Overview


Myofascial trigger points are focused areas of pain in the soft tissue/muscles of the body. Often, these areas will create knots that can be felt under the skin. They are painful when pressed on and often cause referred pain to another area of the body. For example, headaches are often caused by trigger points in the shoulder, neck, and occipital(back of the head) muscles. The trigger point irritates the surrounding nerve and refers to pain up the neck and head, causing a headache. Myofascial trigger point injections (TPI) are an excellent option for treating those with trigger point pain. By inactivating or relaxing the muscles creating the trigger point, myofascial trigger point injections can provide prompt relief of pain and other neuromuscular symptoms.

When are Trigger Point Injections Used?


Trigger point injections can be used to treat various muscle groups, particularly those in the neck, lower back, arms, and legs. They are also an integral part of therapy for those suffering from fibromyalgia and tension headaches. Trigger point injections are also being used in myofascial pain syndrome, a difficult-to-treat type of chronic pain syndrome that affects the tissue that surrounds muscle fibers.

What is the procedure of Trigger Point Injections?


Before the injection, Dr. Morchower identifies a trigger point through palpation or physical touch and pressure along the suspected areas. Trigger points are located within tight bands or cords of tense muscle tissues usually just a few millimeters in width. The area is examined for a point of maximum tenderness within the tight band of muscle. The point of maximum tenderness is identified as the trigger point. If by pressing on the trigger point, the muscle twitches, you have what’s called a “jump sign”. This usually indicates an irritated trigger point. Once a trigger point has been located, Dr. Morchower will typically mark that area for treatment.

• Trigger point injections are done in the clinic
• The skin overlying the area to be injected will be cleaned with alcohol.
• The trigger point is isolated by pinching the area between the thumb and index finger with enough pressure to prevent the trigger point from rolling away during the injection.
• The needle is then inserted into the trigger point and medication will be administered.
• When the needle is inside the trigger point, a small amount of numbing medicine often mixed with a steroid or other anti-inflammatory medication is injected into the area.

After the Procedure


Patients are able to resume normal daily activities. Strenuous activities, however, should be avoided until all muscle soreness from the injection is gone. Stretching and moving the muscles treated is recommended in order to prevent the muscles from tightening up again.

The Results


Immediate relief from the numbing medication typically lasts only a period of hours to a couple of days. However, the total relief can last for a couple of months. Trigger point injections aim to not only relieve pain but also to allow patients to more fully participate in physical therapy and rehabilitation.
Please feel welcome to contact us or schedule an appointment through our website. You can visit us at our clinics located in Frisco, Sunnyvale, TX, and Mesquite, TX. We serve patients from Dallas TX, Frisco TX, Mesquite TX, Sunnyvale TX, Plano TX, Garland TX, Forney TX, Cedar Hill TX, Denton TX, Balch Springs TX, and surrounding areas.

*Individual Result May Vary*

Our Locations

Mesquite, TX

Sunnyvale, TX

Frisco, TX

  • 8380 Warren Pkwy, Suite 100, Frisco, TX 75034
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