Overview
Myofascial pain syndrome is a common chronic pain condition characterised by hyperirritable spots within taut bands of skeletal muscle known as trigger points that cause local and referred pain patterns. These trigger points can develop following muscle injury, overuse, postural stress, or in the context of broader pain sensitisation. The referred pain patterns from trigger points can closely mimic other conditions for example, trigger points in the neck can cause headaches, and trigger points in the hip girdle can mimic sciatica. Accurate identification and targeted treatment of trigger points can provide significant, rapid relief and Dr Malik’s ultrasound-guided approach ensures injections reach the precise muscle location.
Conditions Treated
- Myofascial pain syndrome (trigger point pain)
- Trapezius and posterior cervical trigger points (headache referral)
- Lumbar paraspinal trigger points (lower back pain)
- Gluteal trigger points (buttock and leg pain referral)
- Piriformis syndrome
- Intercostal myofascial pain
- Myofascial component of fibromyalgia
- Post-traumatic muscle pain
Available Procedures
Trigger Point Injection (Corticosteroid / Local Anaesthetic)
Ultrasound-guided injection to release trigger points and relieve pain.
Ultrasound-Guided Dry Needling
Ultrasound-guided needling to release trigger points and promote healing.
Botulinum Toxin (Botox) Trigger Point Injections
Botox injections for long-lasting relief of chronic trigger point pain.
