You may struggle with muscle pain daily, with "knots" or areas that are highly sensitive to touch (called trigger points). The agonizing pain you feel from aching trigger points and pain from nearby irritated nerves can be addressed with functional medicine. To treat this pain, our skilled team offers trigger point injections to patients who need them most. Our trigger point therapies are medical-grade injections made of special solutions that may include vitamins, minerals, local anesthetics, small amounts of steroids, or homeopathic remedies. If you would like to learn more about our trigger point injections and other pain management interventions at UpCare Clinics, please reach out to our Olathe, KS office today.

The pain you experience due to knots in your muscles does not have to keep you from enjoying life to the fullest. At UpCare Clinics, patients in Olathe, KS can get trigger point injections to help relieve their pain. This advanced treatment also offers numerous benefits, such as:

• Provides chronic pain relief
• Targeted treatment for small, hard-to-reach pain points
• Lessens discomfort
• Lets you return to the activities you love

Trigger point injections are ideal for individuals experiencing persistent muscle pain and knots. These injections, typically containing a local anesthetic, provide relief for those with chronic conditions like fibromyalgia or myofascial pain syndrome. Ideal candidates are those who haven't found relief through traditional treatments like physical therapy or anti-inflammatory medication alone. Please ensure that you have a clear medical history and consult with your healthcare provider at UpCare Clinics to ensure that trigger point injections are a suitable treatment option for you.

Trigger points can be caused by muscle overuse, injury, or trauma. They can also occur due to a chronic condition, such as fibromyalgia or myofascial pain syndrome. In some cases, trigger points may occur in the form of tension headaches, decreased range of motion, and low back pain.

Trigger point injections can be beneficial for your condition. During your appointment, one of our experienced healthcare professionals will insert a small needle into your painful trigger point to make it inactive and alleviate pain. Injections are given in the office and usually take a few minutes to complete. Several sites may be injected in one visit as well.

Following trigger point injections at UpCare Clinics, you may experience some temporary numbness or discomfort, which may be alleviated with over-the-counter pain relievers or ice packs. In the days following your injection, you should refrain from vigorous activities. Pain relief at the treated area typically begins within 1 – 3 days following the injection and may last about a month. If pain returns after that point, you may wish to discuss subsequent injections at our Olathe, KS facility.

The duration of pain relief from a trigger point injection administered at UpCare Clinics can vary widely and depends on the individual and the nature of their condition. It can range from days to months. Regular follow-up injections may be necessary for some patients.

Yes, trigger point injections can be used with other treatments such as physiotherapy, massage, and medication management. Various treatments aim to manage pain and improve quality of life, so a multidisciplinary approach is often beneficial.

The onset of pain relief varies from patient to patient. Some people may experience immediate relief following a trigger point injection, while others may notice improvement in their symptoms over the course of a few days to a week.