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What's in a Trigger Point Injection?

Chloe Bennett • • 2 min read
What's in a Trigger Point Injection?

A trigger point injection (TPI) is an injection that is given directly into the trigger point for pain management. The injection may be an anesthetic such as lidocaine (Xylocaine

Xylocaine
What is the dosage for lidocaine viscous? Adults: 5-10 ml of lidocaine viscous is recommended for the treatment of painful mucous membranes of the mouth or throat. No more than 6 doses should be given in 24 hours and the maximum dose is 60 ml or 1200 mg lidocaine.
) or bupivacaine (Marcaine), a mixture of anesthetics, or a corticosteroid (cortisone medication) alone or mixed with lidocaine.

Do trigger point injections contain steroids?

In the trigger point procedure, a health care provider inserts a small needle into the patient's specific area of pain (trigger point) in a muscle. The injection usually contains only a local anesthetic, but occasionally may contain a steroid medication.

What can I expect from a trigger point injection?

After receiving your trigger point injections, your doctor will likely recommend physical therapy exercises and stretches to help maximize the results of your injection and further ease your pain and discomfort. It is normal to have some bruising, tenderness, soreness, and pain while you heal from the treatment.

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