Facet joint injections are a pain-relieving therapy that involves an injection of medication, such as a local anesthetic, corticosteroids, or alternative medicine product, depending on your condition and the intended outcome of the procedure. The injection is delivered using advanced imaging guidance at the facet joints or the medial branch nerve, which are the points of connection between the vertebrae of the spine and make up the nerves that are often inflamed and causing the pain you are experiencing.
Trigger point injections, meanwhile, involve injecting medication, typically a local anesthetic, into areas of tension in the muscles called trigger points, more commonly known as knots. This method can help reduce back pain in the injection site as well as ease pain and act as an anti-inflammatory to promote healing.
If you're interested in PRP therapy, facet joint injections, or trigger point injections, schedule an appointment with Array Medical Center. We provide optimal care to ensure that you feel your best.