Trigger Point Injections in Towson MD

Trigger point injections at Kalkstein Chiropractic provide fast, targeted relief for painful muscle knots—also known as trigger points—that cause tightness, tension, restricted movement, and radiating discomfort. These painful bands of muscle can develop from poor posture, stress, repetitive movements, sports injuries, or long hours at a desk. When these tight fibers fail to relax on their own, they can irritate nearby nerves and restrict healthy muscle function.

Our Nurse Practitioner, Caroline Chell, CRNP, offers trigger point injections in Towson MD with 1% lidocaine, a safe and effective treatment that helps relax the muscle, improve circulation, and restore comfortable movement—often within minutes.

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What Are Trigger Points?

Trigger points are hyper-irritable knots found within tense muscle fibers. They can feel like a small, hard lump or “tight band” that is painful when pressed. These areas often cause:

• Localized pain or stiffness
• Pain that radiates to nearby regions
• Reduced flexibility or range of motion
• Headaches, neck tension, shoulder pain, or low-back discomfort
• Muscle spasms or chronic tightness

While stretching, massage, and heat can help temporarily, many stubborn trigger points require direct treatment to fully release.

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Fast Relief for Muscle Knots, Tightness & Stress-Related Pain in Towson MD

Trigger point injections deliver a small amount of 1% lidocaine directly into the tight muscle knot. This helps:

• Disrupt the pain cycle
• Relax the contracted muscle fibers
• Improve blood flow to the affected area
• Reduce inflammation and sensitivity
• Restore normal muscle movement

The injection itself is quick, and most patients feel a noticeable reduction in pain and tightness shortly afterward. For chronic or widespread muscle tension, a series of injections may provide even better long-term relief.

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Benefits of Trigger Point Injections

Trigger point injections are one of the fastest, most effective treatments for muscular pain and tension. Patients often choose this therapy because it offers:

• Rapid pain relief
• Reduced muscle tightness and spasms
• Improved mobility and flexibility
• Better posture and movement patterns
• Relief from stress-related muscle tension
• Improved ability to work, exercise, and sleep comfortably

This treatment is especially beneficial for individuals whose muscle knots lead to chronic headaches, neck pain, shoulder tightness, or upper-back discomfort.

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Who Is a Good Candidate?

Trigger point injections can help patients experiencing:

• Muscle knots that do not respond to stretching or massage
• Posture-related tension from desk work
• Chronic tightness in the neck, shoulders, or back
• Overuse injuries from sports or physical labor
• Stress-related muscle pain
• Myofascial pain syndrome
• Tension headaches originating from shoulder or neck muscles

Whether you’re an athlete, a busy professional, or someone dealing with long-term muscular pain, this treatment can provide meaningful relief.

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What to Expect During Your Treatment

A typical trigger point injection appointment is fast—usually 10–15 minutes. The area is located and cleaned, a small amount of lidocaine is injected, and the muscle begins to relax. Some patients feel immediate relief, while others notice gradual improvement over several hours.

Mild soreness is normal and usually fades quickly. Stretching, hydration, and gentle movement after treatment can enhance your results.

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Why Choose Kalkstein Chiropractic for Trigger Point Therapy?

Our approach focuses on restoring both comfort and function. We don’t just treat the painful knot—we look at the underlying cause, such as posture, muscle imbalance, or repetitive strain. When appropriate, we may also recommend complementary treatments like chiropractic care, soft tissue therapy, or corrective exercise to support long-lasting relief.

Trigger point injections with 1% lidocaine at our Towson clinic are safe, effective, and tailored to your unique symptoms and movement patterns.