Now Accepting Patients in West Valley & the Surrounding Salt Lake City, Utah Area.
WHAT ARE TRIGGER POINTS INJECTIONS?
Trigger point injection, often referred to as “TPI” is used to treat painful areas of muscle. Trigger points (sometimes called knots) are areas in the muscle that do not relax. Many times, such knots can be felt under the skin. Trigger points may irritate the nerves around them and cause referred pain, or pain that is felt in another part of the body.
How does a Trigger Point Injection Work?
During a trigger point injection procedure, the physician inserts a small needle into the patients trigger point. With the injection, the trigger point is made inactive and the pain is alleviated. This simple and safe form of treatment can have long lasting effects for the patient.
Is a Trigger Point Injection Painful?
Trigger point injections are generally not painful. The injections are given with very small and short needles just beneath the surface of the skin. The entire procedure usually take just a few minutes and sites may be injected in one visit.
Is Trigger Point Injection Safe?
It is very safe when administered by a properly trained provider.
Are Trigger Point Injections Covered By Insurance?
Yes & insurance companies pay for trigger point injections because they see the longterm benefit in healing.
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