Release Muscle Tension. Restore Movement.
Trigger point injections are a minimally invasive treatment designed to relieve persistent muscle pain caused by tight knots within the muscle tissue. At Premier Pain Management Arizona, trigger point injections are performed as part of a comprehensive pain management strategy to address myofascial pain, muscle spasms, and chronic tension that has not responded to conservative care.
Trigger Point Injections Phoenix, AZ
What Are Trigger Point Injections?
Trigger points are tight bands or “knots” within muscle fibers that can cause localized pain or refer pain to other parts of the body. These areas often develop after muscle strain, repetitive movement, poor posture, or injury. When muscles remain contracted for extended periods, blood flow decreases and inflammation can build up — leading to ongoing discomfort.
A trigger point injection involves placing medication directly into the affected muscle knot. The injection typically contains:
- A local anesthetic to relax the muscle
- In some cases, a small amount of anti-inflammatory medication
The needle itself may also help disrupt the tight muscle band, breaking the cycle of pain and tension.
Trigger point injections are commonly used to treat:
- Myofascial pain syndrome
- Chronic neck pain
- Upper and lower back pain
- Shoulder tension
- Muscle spasms after injury or overuse
Unlike treatments that target joints or nerves, trigger point injections specifically address the muscular component of pain.
Our Collaborative Approach to Muscle-Related Pain
Trigger point injections are most effective when they are part of a broader strategy to correct the underlying cause of muscle tension, not just temporarily quiet the symptoms. At Premier Pain Management Arizona, we take time to evaluate the full picture of your pain before recommending any procedure.
Your care plan may involve:
- A thorough review of your medical history and pain patterns
- Examination of muscular imbalance and movement mechanics
- Diagnostic imaging when clinically appropriate
- Guided rehabilitation to restore strength and flexibility
- Additional interventional options if joint or nerve involvement is present
Muscle pain rarely exists in isolation. Tight trigger points often develop in response to spinal stress, joint dysfunction, or nerve irritation. By identifying these contributing factors, we design a treatment plan that supports long-term relief rather than short-term symptom control.
How Trigger Point Injections Complement Interventional Care
Muscle pain often exists alongside joint or nerve-related conditions. Trigger point injections can be an important part of a broader interventional pain management plan.
They may:
- Reduce inflammation within tight muscle tissue
- Support healing by restoring normal blood flow
- Improve outcomes by allowing participation in physical therapy
For example, a patient with chronic back pain may benefit from a facet joint injection to address joint inflammation and a trigger point injection to relieve associated muscle tension. Treating both sources of pain often leads to more complete relief.
Trigger point injections provide a window of reduced pain that makes rehabilitation exercises more effective and sustainable.
Who May Benefit from a Trigger Point Injection?
Trigger point injections may be appropriate for patients who:
- Have persistent muscle knots that do not improve with stretching
- Experience neck, shoulder, or back tightness
- Suffer from myofascial pain syndrome
- Have muscle spasms following injury
- Experience tension headaches linked to neck muscle strain
Patients whose pain has not responded adequately to massage therapy, physical therapy, or medications may benefit from targeted injections to break the pain cycle.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are trigger point injections painful?
Most patients experience only mild discomfort. A local anesthetic helps minimize pain during the procedure.
How long does relief last?
How many injections will I need?
Can I return to normal activities afterward?
Schedule a Trigger Point Injection Consultation in Phoenix, AZ
Contact Premier Pain Management Arizona in Phoenix (Maryvale), Mesa, or Queen Creek to schedule a consultation and learn whether trigger point injections are right for your pain management plan.