At Cedar Rapids Pain Associates, one of the most common and effective treatments we offer for muscle pain is trigger point injections — a minimally invasive, fast-acting solution that can bring lasting relief when other methods fall short.
If you’re dealing with chronic muscle knots, tension, or pain that radiates to other areas of your body, this might be the treatment you’ve been looking for.
🔍 What Are Trigger Points?
Trigger points are tight knots of muscle fibers that form when muscles don’t relax. These can develop from injury, overuse, poor posture, or even stress. The result? Persistent pain, stiffness, and even referred pain — where discomfort spreads to other parts of the body.
Common trigger point areas include:
- Neck and shoulders
- Upper and lower back
- Hips and glutes
💉 What Are Trigger Point Injections?
A trigger point injection (TPI) involves inserting a small needle into the trigger point and injecting a solution to relieve pain. This solution often contains a local anesthetic (like lidocaine), and sometimes a corticosteroid to reduce inflammation.
The goal?
✔️ Relax the muscle
✔️ Reduce pain
✔️ Improve mobility
🕒 What Can You Expect During the Procedure?
The process is quick — typically 5 to 10 minutes — and can be done right in our clinic.
- You’ll be asked to lie or sit in a comfortable position.
- The provider will locate the trigger point by touch and may mark the area.
- A small needle is inserted directly into the knot.
- You may feel a slight twitch or ache, which is normal.
- Relief often begins within minutes.
There’s no downtime — most people return to normal activities the same day.
✅ Conditions Treated with Trigger Point Injections
TPIs are commonly used to treat:
- Myofascial pain syndrome
- Fibromyalgia
- Tension headaches
- Chronic neck or back pain
- Sports-related muscle injuries
🙌 Benefits of Trigger Point Injections
- Quick pain relief
- Non-surgical and minimally invasive
- Improved range of motion
- Can be combined with other therapies like physical therapy, chiropractic, or massage
- In-office procedure with minimal discomfort
⚠️ Are There Any Risks?
As with any injection, there’s a small risk of:
- Mild soreness at the injection site
- Temporary numbness or bruising
- Rarely, infection or bleeding
Most patients experience significant relief with minimal side effects.
📞 Ready to Feel Better?
If you’ve been living with stubborn muscle pain that won’t go away, trigger point injections might be the breakthrough you need.
At Cedar Rapids Pain Associates, we’ll help you determine if TPIs are right for your condition and work with you to create a personalized treatment plan.
👉 Call us today at (319) 294-0094
🌐 Or visit www.crpainfree.com to schedule an appointment.
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