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Can Trigger Point Injections Help Treat Chronic Headaches?

Written By Aligned Integrative Medicine on October 27, 2020

rsz headache1Approximately half the world’s population suffers from a headache disorder that is so debilitating and keeps them from living their life as usual. Unfortunately, the usual over-the-counter pain medications simply are not enough for most of these patients, leaving them to look for alternative pain relief methods, including trigger point injections for headaches. 

What You Should Know About Trigger Point Injections

Trigger point injections for headaches help patients find relief from their pain symptoms by targeting specific trigger points in the head, neck, and shoulders. These points are often described as “knots” and can be felt just under the skin. Other ways trigger points are defined include:

  • Hyperirritable spots
  • Palpable nodules (knots) within a muscle band
  • Muscle tension in a concentrated location

Trigger point injections are injections placed directly into the trigger point to help relax the muscles enough to relieve the patient’s pain. The injection is typically filled with either saline or a local anesthetic to help the muscle relax, although it may also include either a corticosteroid or botulinum toxin A (Botox).

These injections are administered in a professional setting, either by a medical doctor or doctor of chiropractic.

They can include both immediate and long-term side effects, such as:

  • Bleeding at the injection site
  • Discoloration of the skin
  • Dizziness
  • Lightheadedness
  • Pain
  • Temporary numbness around the injection site

How Do Trigger Point Injections for Headaches Work?

For those suffering from chronic headache disorders, such as migraines and frequent tension-type headaches, trigger point injections can help you find relief. Research has shown that trigger points in the head, neck, and shoulders can contribute significantly to migraines and other headache disorders. 

It doesn’t matter if your doctor or chiropractor is giving you the injection; the procedure remains the same. Once your active trigger points have been identified, your doctor or chiropractor will insert a fine needle directly into the point and inject the local anesthetic or the combination that was chosen for your particular needs. 

Trigger Point Injections for Headaches in Spring Hill, FL

Headache pain, while similar, is never the same between two individuals. Here at Aligned Integrity Medicine, we understand that each patient’s needs are as unique as they are, and that requires personalized treatment plans that cater to their needs. 

If you think trigger point injections for headaches may be a viable option for you, then call our office today at (352) 205-4666 or schedule an appointment online today.


Posted In: Chiropractic Headache Treatment