jam338
03-11-2006, 06:35 PM
hello, wondering about successes/failures with trigger point injections OR acupuncture? Thanks:)
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rosebuddy
03-11-2006, 10:51 PM
Trigger point injections have reduced or relieved all of my trigger points from chronic myofascial pain. I also have had physical therapy and massage for myofascial release that also was successful. I still have the treatments every 2 to 3 weeks.
jam338
03-13-2006, 12:35 AM
Donna thank you for your reply. I have read elsewhere where others that got relief from trigger point injections felt they also got equal relief with acupuncture as it functions somewhat as a "dry" trigger point injection...apparently the relief process for many results from the disrupted pain signal in the muscle/nerve as much or more than what might be injected. I had read an article on it some time back...can't remember now whether it was in Consumer Reports or in Prevention Magazine. Really curious about if others here have had experiences.
PollyGirl
05-04-2006, 10:29 PM
I just received 4 injections today, one in each hip area and 2 in my lower back area. I am really having lower back spasms and wonder if this is something to be concerned with or my muscles releasing pain?? This was my very first time getting trigger point injections so not sure what to expect.
I believe mine were filled with lidocaine?
Any experiences shared would be appreciated :)
I believe mine were filled with lidocaine?
Any experiences shared would be appreciated :)
Jenetti
05-06-2006, 12:08 AM
did the lidocaine work and how long did it last? I pleaded with my rhuemie to inject my trigger points and he refused saying that it would only last 15 mins at the most. i didnt believe him and just figured he didnt know much about fibromyalgia, he said as much. i went to him simply to get tested for RA and other type of arthritis because i had a high sed rate at the time. thinking of going to someone else for injections if they do work, my internist who takes care of my fibromyalgia doesnt give injections for fibro simply because she says she had never given any and doesnt feel comfortable giving them.
PollyGirl
05-06-2006, 08:19 AM
Hello - well, I can say that for the first time in a year and half I was able to bend over to touch the ground without much pain, stiffness or spasms. The spasms seem to have stopped now but the injection sites are very tender and sore. I had a hard time sleeping on my back last night due to putting pressure on them.
Other than that, I don't go back until 6 more weeks. I am also suppose to start physical therapy to stretch the lower back area. I think if you really want to try the injections, find someone who will give them to you and see if they work or not. Everyone is different :)
Other than that, I don't go back until 6 more weeks. I am also suppose to start physical therapy to stretch the lower back area. I think if you really want to try the injections, find someone who will give them to you and see if they work or not. Everyone is different :)
Jenetti
05-06-2006, 07:15 PM
glad that they worked for you hon, yes i can imagine the injection site would be very sore for quite a while. I am seriously thinking of going and asking if i can at least try one from another doctor. The least they can do is try one. Thanks!
kirstee
05-07-2006, 10:34 PM
The doctor I was seeing awhile ago was giving me trigger point injections with a mix of cortisone and lidocaine. He also was giving me botox injections in muscles that were very twisted. Between the two medications, I did improve quite a bit. But overall, the best therapy that has worked for me is guafenesin.
Blessings,
Kirstee
Blessings,
Kirstee
Emma Zusca
05-08-2006, 03:39 AM
I had lots of the trigger point injections and they were a complete failure. I am not saying that you shouldnt try anything that might help but they made me so sick I was in bed after each set for two days completely immoble the only thing I could was crawl to the bathroom.
PollyGirl
05-08-2006, 08:21 AM
Emma - I am so terribly sorry they made you that sick. Today, I am still feeling pretty limber and that is a big plus for me :)
M1l2w3
05-09-2006, 01:42 PM
I suffer from myofacial pain syndrome which is characterized by trigger points that produce pain. Many fibro patients suffer from myofacial pain. Trigger points are different from tender points. The acupunture points are different from trigger points. I have suffered from myofacial pain for years now and am FINALLY receiving good treatment. PLEASE look on the web and locate myofacial trigger point therapists who are specifically trained in this. There is a national society for this and you can locate a therapist. Don't go to a chiro or physical therapist that has taken a weekend course in trigger points...or a workshop. IT IS NOT THE SAME!!!!!!!!! Go trigger point therapy can save you from a lot of pain and you can gain a lot back in your life. Good trigger point therapy doesn't necessary mean ingestions. A good therapist can work those out either for good in some areas....or at least get them under control for periods of time. GOOD LUCK1 :angel: :angel:
aaronon
05-09-2006, 05:36 PM
Hi everyone,
I had trigger point injections many years ago, which included lidocaine and saline. I would leave the office and at some point on the way home, start crying because the pain from the spasms in my back was so horrible, that's all I could do at the time. It took days to get over. I had it done several times as part of a physical therapy regime, but finally quit because it never worked for me.
If it works for you, remember that we are all different. What works for one Fibro person, may not work for another.
Good luck,
aaronon
P.S. I've never had accupuncture. I've heard good things from a few, but, I haven't been brave enough to try it out.
I had trigger point injections many years ago, which included lidocaine and saline. I would leave the office and at some point on the way home, start crying because the pain from the spasms in my back was so horrible, that's all I could do at the time. It took days to get over. I had it done several times as part of a physical therapy regime, but finally quit because it never worked for me.
If it works for you, remember that we are all different. What works for one Fibro person, may not work for another.
Good luck,
aaronon
P.S. I've never had accupuncture. I've heard good things from a few, but, I haven't been brave enough to try it out.