Comprehensive Guide to Trigger Point Injections
The Procedure: What to Expect
Trigger point injections are a minimally invasive treatment used to deactivate 'knots' in your muscles that cause pain and restricted movement. In Singapore, this procedure is a common and effective clinical solution for chronic myofascial pain.
This procedure involves identifying the trigger point causing you pain. Injection is performed into the trigger point. Most patients experience immediate or rapid relief of their pain. Following the procedure, you can typically return to your usual activities right away. Some mild soreness at the injection site may persist for a day or two, but this is easily managed and temporary.
Conditions Treated with Trigger Point Injections
Myofascial Pain Syndrome
Neck & Shoulder Pain
A chronic pain disorder where pressure on sensitive points in your muscles (trigger points) causes pain in seemingly unrelated parts of your body. Injections help release these tight bands to provide lasting relief.
Tension in the upper trapezius and surrounding muscles often leads to stiffness and restricted movement. Trigger point therapy can effectively deactivate these knots, restoring mobility and comfort.
Low Back Pain
Tension-Type Headaches
Muscular trigger points in the lower back can contribute significantly to local and radiating pain. Targeted injections offer a clinical approach to relaxing these deep muscle spasms.
Often referred from trigger points in the neck and scalp, these headaches can be debilitating. Releasing the underlying muscle tension can reduce the frequency and intensity of headache episodes.
Muscle-Related Injuries
Whether from sports or repetitive strain, localized muscle pain often involves trigger points. Dr. Liu provides specialized care to help patients return to their daily activities pain-free.