Trigger Point Injection Therapy in Sarasota

Regain Your Flexibility with This Noninvasive Treatment

Trigger points are tight bands of muscles that are unable to relax due to fatigue or overuse. Stressed muscles often spasm, creating the painful knots and bands associated with trigger points. These trigger points are sensitive to the touch, and many times irritate surrounding nerves and other soft tissue.

The professionals at Platinum Healthcare offer Trigger Point Injections (TPI) to relieve patients of the painful symptoms associated with constant muscle spasms. TPI therapy is a safe, non-invasive alternative to painful steroid shots. The injections contain a compound that helps muscles relax and release tension.

TPI therapy has been proven to alleviate muscular pain and myalgia in the muscle and throughout the body:

• Neck
• Shoulders
• Back
• Arms
• Legs

What is a Trigger Point Injection?

A trigger point injection (TPI) is a targeted treatment used to relieve muscle pain and tightness. In our practice, we use a local anesthetic called that works by calming irritated nerves and helping contracted muscles relax. Because the injection is placed directly into the affected area, many patients begin to feel relief shortly after treatment.

It’s difficult to predict exactly how long the effects of a TPI will last, as this depends on each individual’s condition. Immediately after the injection, the area will feel numb for about one to three hours. As the numbness wears off, most patients notice a reduction in pain and muscle tension. While the medication itself is short-acting, the relief can last longer as the muscle is able to reset and function more normally.

TPIs are not typically a permanent solution on their own, but they play an important role in breaking the cycle of pain and muscle tightness. By reducing discomfort, they allow you to move more freely and participate in stretching, strengthening, and physical therapy. This creates an opportunity for longer-term improvement and more lasting relief.

Contact Us for a Free Screening

Contact the professionals at Platinum Healthcare Physical Medicine to learn more about Trigger Point Injection Therapy, and to schedule a free screening with a TPI specialist. Call us today at (941) 927-1123.