Saturday, July 31, 2010

Understanding trigger point injections for fibromyalgia

Trigger points are tender spots found in individuals with fibromyalgia and other myofascial pain syndromes. Trigger points feel like hard spots within muscles that are sore when pressed. These tense spots are often located in different muscle groups, usually near areas where muscles attach to bones.

How do trigger point injections work?

Trigger point injections are used to interrupt the pain cycle in individuals with fibromyalgia. Often, interrupting the cycle of pain can produce prolonged pain relief... Read FULL ARTICLE