Trigger Point Injections
Targeted muscle injections to release stubborn trigger points and restore movement.
Trigger point injections are a targeted treatment designed to relieve painful muscle knots, reduce chronic tension, and restore normal movement patterns. At Harmony Health Clinic in Naples, Florida, we provide trigger point injections for patients throughout Naples and Collier County who struggle with persistent muscle tightness, spasms, and referred pain.
Trigger points are hyperirritable bands of muscle fibers that develop due to injury, overuse, poor posture, stress, or biomechanical imbalances. These tight bands restrict blood flow, limit oxygen delivery, and can refer pain to other areas of the body. For example, a trigger point in the upper back may contribute to headaches, while one in the hip may radiate discomfort down the leg.
Trigger point injections are performed by precisely inserting a small needle into the affected muscle knot. The injection typically contains supportive nutrients and/or anesthetic agents designed to relax the muscle fibers, improve circulation, and interrupt the pain-spasm cycle. By mechanically disrupting the contracted fibers and improving local blood flow, the muscle is able to reset and return toward normal function.
Common conditions treated with trigger point injections include:
• Chronic neck and shoulder tension
• Tension headaches and migraines
• Low back muscle spasms
• Sciatic-type muscular pain
• Postural strain from desk work
• Athletic overuse injuries
Comparison vs. Oral Medications
Oral pain medications and muscle relaxers may temporarily reduce symptoms but do not directly address the localized muscle dysfunction causing the pain. Trigger point injections provide targeted treatment directly into the affected tissue, allowing for faster and more focused relief without systemic medication effects.
What to Expect
The procedure is performed in-office and typically takes only a few minutes. Most patients tolerate treatment well, with mild temporary soreness at the injection site. Many experience improved range of motion shortly after treatment, though some cases require a short series of injections depending on chronicity and severity.
Who Is Not a Candidate
Trigger point injections may not be appropriate for individuals with active infection at the injection site, uncontrolled bleeding disorders, certain anticoagulant use without medical clearance, or severe needle phobia. A thorough evaluation is performed prior to treatment to ensure safety and appropriateness.
At Harmony Health Clinic in Naples, FL, trigger point injections are often combined with chiropractic adjustments, corrective exercises, and rehabilitation strategies to address the root biomechanical cause of muscle dysfunction. For many patients in Collier County, this integrative approach provides longer-lasting relief than isolated treatments alone.
What are trigger point injections used for?
Trigger point injections are used to treat painful muscle knots, chronic tension, and areas of tightness that do not respond to stretching, massage, or chiropractic care alone. These injections help release contracted muscle fibers, improve blood flow, and interrupt the pain-spasm cycle.
At Harmony Health Clinic in Naples, FL, trigger point injections are commonly used for neck pain, shoulder tension, tension headaches, low back spasms, postural strain, and certain types of sciatic-type muscular pain. They are especially helpful when muscle dysfunction is the primary driver of discomfort.
Do trigger point injections hurt?
Most patients tolerate trigger point injections very well. You may feel a quick pinch from the needle followed by brief muscle pressure or twitching as the trigger point releases. Mild soreness can occur for 24–48 hours after treatment, similar to post-workout soreness.
Many patients in Naples and Collier County report noticeable improvement in range of motion and muscle tension shortly after the procedure. The treatment is quick and performed in-office with minimal downtime.
How long do trigger point injections last?
Relief duration varies depending on the severity of muscle dysfunction, posture, activity level, and whether underlying biomechanical issues are addressed. Some patients experience significant relief after one treatment, while others benefit from a short series of injections.
At our Naples office, trigger point injections are often combined with chiropractic adjustments, corrective exercises, and movement retraining to help prevent the trigger points from returning. Addressing the root cause of muscle tension typically leads to longer-lasting results for patients throughout Collier County.