Trigger Point Injections · Fort Walton Beach, FL
Trigger Point Injections in Fort Walton Beach, FL
Trigger point injections for Fort Walton Beach patients with stubborn muscle knots in the neck, shoulders, back, and hips.
Trigger Point Injections Near Fort Walton Beach, Florida
Our clinic sits at 24 Beal Pkwy, right in Fort Walton Beach, so care here is close to home for most of the city. Whether you live near downtown, off Mary Esther Cut-Off, or across the sound on Okaloosa Island, the drive is short enough to fit before work or after school pickup.
Trigger points are painful knots in your muscles that can be very sensitive to touch. They may form after an injury or from repeated small strains, leaving muscle fibers stuck in a contracted state. Sometimes you can feel the knot when you rub the muscle.
What Trigger Point Injections Are
During the procedure, you sit or lie on an exam table. Your provider cleans the skin, locates the trigger point by feel, and inserts a thin needle, moving it gently until the muscle twitch settles or the muscle relaxes, then injects the anesthetic.
Common muscles treated include the trapezius over the neck and shoulders, the levator scapulae on the back of the neck, the quadratus lumborum in the low back, the gluteus medius in the hip, and the masseter and temporalis in the jaw and head.
When to Consider Trigger Point Injections
Trigger point injections may help Fort Walton Beach patients with:
- Muscle knots in the neck, shoulders, or upper back
- Low back or hip muscle pain
- Tension headaches linked to tight neck muscles
- Jaw muscle pain
- Knots that have not responded to medication, heat, massage, or therapy
Before recommending an injection, our medical team performs a thorough exam and rules out other causes of pain, such as muscle strain, spinal problems like a herniated disc or stenosis, and pinched nerves.
You are welcome to bring a family member to your first visit, along with any imaging reports or notes from other providers.
Your First Visit, Step by Step
Your first visit is about understanding your condition and your goals. A typical path looks like this:
Call (850) 226-6728 or use our online request form. We collect your health history and insurance information when you arrive.
We review your condition in detail and examine range of motion, strength, and joint function, and we may digitally scan your foot and ankle function.
Our medical team examines the painful area by feel, rules out other causes such as a pinched nerve, and confirms that the trigger point is the likely source.
We explain what we found, answer your questions, and build a personalized plan, then adjust it as you progress.
We explain each step before it happens and check in on your progress at every visit, so you always know what comes next.
Trigger Point Injections for Fort Walton Beach and Nearby Communities
Pain that lingers for months can wear on anyone, and in a hands-on town like Fort Walton Beach it often shows up in the back, neck, knees, and shoulders. Having a pain-focused clinic in the city means you can be seen without a long commute on difficult days.
Most Fort Walton Beach addresses are only a few minutes from our door. Beal Parkway (SR 189) runs straight past the clinic, and Miracle Strip Parkway (US 98) connects the downtown waterfront and Okaloosa Island to Beal in a couple of turns.
Besides Fort Walton Beach itself, we see many patients from the neighboring communities of Mary Esther, Shalimar, Ocean City, Cinco Bayou, and Okaloosa Island, all within a short drive of Beal Parkway.
Why Choose Our Clinic for Trigger Point Injections
Patients from Fort Walton Beach choose White Sands Integrative Medical for trigger point injections for a few practical reasons:
- Injections from a medical team that includes a certified nurse practitioner
- A thorough exam to rule out other causes first
- Chiropractic, medical, rehab, and massage staff work together on your plan
- Plans explained in plain language, with time for your questions
Your care is guided by Dr. Erik Persiani, D.C., a licensed chiropractic physician and board certified acupuncturist who earned his Doctor of Chiropractic at the National University of Health Sciences. Around the office he is known as "Doc" for his laid-back manner and sense of humor.
Most of all, we want you to understand your care. We explain what we find and why we recommend each step.
Trigger Point Injections FAQs for Fort Walton Beach Patients
How painful is a trigger point injection?
Trigger points are tender, so you may feel some discomfort while your provider locates the knot. You may also feel a brief sting or burning when the needle goes in, and a short increase in pain when it reaches the trigger point, which is a sign it is in the right spot.
How far is your clinic from Fort Walton Beach?
Our clinic is in Fort Walton Beach at 24 Beal Pkwy, so for most residents the drive takes just a few minutes. From Okaloosa Island, cross the Brooks Bridge on US 98 and turn north on Beal Parkway.
How often will I need to come in?
An injection can provide pain relief for about a month, if not longer. Some patients need repeat injections over time, and most combine them with physical therapy, massage, or stretching to help keep knots from returning. Because our office is in Fort Walton Beach, many local patients find it easy to stop in before or after work.
Do you accept insurance for trigger point injections?
Most insurance plans are accepted at our office, including Medicare. Since coverage varies from plan to plan, our staff will check your benefits and explain them before treatment, at no charge. If you have little or no coverage, flexible payment programs can be arranged. Coverage for some treatments differs from plan to plan, so we will go over your options before you decide.
What should I wear to my trigger point injections appointment?
Wear clothing that gives easy access to the knot, such as a tank top for neck and shoulder injections or loose shorts for hip and low back injections. If you are coming straight from work on base or a shift in town, consider packing a change of comfortable clothes.
What should I expect after a trigger point injection?
You can go home and use the muscle, but avoid strenuous activity for the first few days. The most common side effect is temporary soreness or numbness at the site. Ice may help reduce bruising.
Schedule Your Visit From Fort Walton Beach Today
Our office is open Monday through Wednesday and Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. Call (850) 226-6728 or request an appointment online to get started.
Find Our Fort Walton Beach Office
White Sands Integrative Medical is located at 24 Beal Pkwy in Fort Walton Beach, just a few minutes from Fort Walton Beach. Use the map for turn-by-turn directions.
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
| Monday | 9:00 am – 5:00 pm |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 9:00 am – 5:00 pm |
| Wednesday | 9:00 am – 5:00 pm |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | 9:00 am – 5:00 pm |
| Lunch Break | 12:00 – 2:00 pm |
| Sat & Sun | Closed |