Do you suffer from persistent muscle pain, knots, or tightness that just won’t go away? If you’re a Nassau County resident seeking relief from these common complaints, trigger point injections may be the solution you’ve been searching for. Dr. William Schlesinger and the team at William Schlesinger MDPC specialize in this effective treatment, offering you a path to reduced pain and improved muscle function.
What Are Trigger Points and How Do They Cause Pain?
Trigger points are hyperirritable spots within your muscles that can feel like tight knots or bands. They can cause pain both at the trigger point itself and in seemingly unrelated areas of your body (referred pain). Trigger points can develop due to injury, overuse, poor posture, or stress, and they often contribute to chronic pain conditions like myofascial pain syndrome.
What Are Trigger Point Injections?
Trigger point injections involve injecting a small amount of anesthetic (numbing medication) and/or a corticosteroid (anti-inflammatory medication) directly into the trigger point. This can help relax the muscle, reduce inflammation, and break the cycle of pain.
Who Can Benefit from Trigger Point Injections?
Trigger point injections can be helpful for a wide range of individuals experiencing muscle pain, including:
- Athletes and Active Individuals: Overuse injuries or muscle strains can lead to trigger points.
- Individuals with Chronic Pain: Trigger points often contribute to conditions like fibromyalgia or myofascial pain syndrome.
- People with Tension Headaches: Trigger points in the neck and shoulders can trigger headaches.
- Anyone Experiencing Muscle Pain: Whether it’s from poor posture, stress, or injury, trigger point injections can help.
Benefits of Trigger Point Injections
- Fast Pain Relief: Many patients experience significant pain reduction soon after the injection.
- Improved Muscle Function: By relaxing the muscle and reducing inflammation, trigger point injections can restore normal movement and function.
- Non-Surgical Option: Trigger point injections are a minimally invasive alternative to surgery.
- Personalized Treatment: Dr. Schlesinger will tailor the injection to your specific needs and pain patterns.