The risk of any complications related to trigger point injections is relatively low. Some patients may experience temporary pain, soreness, or numbness at the injection site. Injection site discomfort, while rare, may vary depending on the solution used during the procedure. Most discomfort will resolve on its own.
During your procedure, your physician may ask you to lie down or remain upright. The position of your body will depend on the location of your trigger points. Your physician will use a small needle to inject your trigger point(s) with a liquid mixture. This mixture will depend on your specific condition, the severity of your pain, physician, and patient preference. Trigger point injections may be performed with saline solution, local anesthetics (lidocaine), steroids (Depo-Medrol), or Botulinum toxin.