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Cortisone for Trigger Point Injections
What Are Trigger Points?
Trigger points are tight 'knots' in muscle fibers. They can result from muscle overuse, injury, poor posture, or stress.
Common symptoms include:
- Localized muscle tenderness
- Pain that radiates to other areas
- Muscle stiffness or limited movement
What Is Cortisone?
A corticosteroid medication reduces inflammation and helps calm irritated muscle
tissue.
In trigger point injections, cortisone is:
- Combined with a local anesthetic (e.g., lidocaine)
- Injected directly into the trigger point
- Designed to reduce inflammation, break the pain cycle, and restore mobility
Benefits of Cortisone Trigger Point Injections
- Fast Pain Relief: Often felt within 24-72 hours
- Reduced Inflammation: Helps muscles heal more efficiently
- Improved Movement: Less pain allows for better range of motion
- Complements Other Treatments: Works well alongside chiropractic care, stretching, or physical therapy
What to Expect During the Procedure
1. The skin is cleaned and disinfected.
2. A small needle delivers a mix of cortisone and anesthetic into the trigger point.
3. The injection usually takes just a few minutes.
4. You may feel temporary numbness or soreness at the site.
Aftercare & Possible Side Effects
Aftercare:
- Apply ice for 10-15 minutes if soreness occurs
- Avoid strenuous activity for 24 hours
Possible Side Effects:
- Mild soreness or bruising at the injection site
- Temporary numbness or tingling
- Rare: infection, skin color changes, or allergic reaction
Is It Right for You?
Cortisone trigger point injections can be an effective solution for persistent muscle pain that hasn't improved
with other treatments.
Myofascial Release Therapy
or soft tissue therapy is a technique using deep tissue treatment to affect the fascia (connective tissue) between muscles, tendons, ligaments and joints. This is a great therapy for treating “knots” or trigger points. Tight muscles and other dysfunctions can develop from trauma, inflammation, surgical procedures, and poor posture. These issues can produce a great deal of tension leading to pain and poor movement.
Myofascial release therapy treats each patient with specific hands-on treatments using a variety of techniques and movements to encourage the fascia, muscles, and joints to move. Pressure is applied based on patient's tolerance. Soreness is common after treatment.