Living with chronic low back pain can be exhausting. For children and adults with cerebral palsy or neuromuscular disorders, pain is often not just physical. It affects posture, mobility, sleep, and daily confidence. Muscle tightness and spasms can build up over time, making even simple movements uncomfortable. So, families often search for relief that improves comfort without disrupting long-term rehabilitation goals. This is where trigger point injections can play a supportive role in pain management and functional care.
Read this blog to explore all about trigger point injections and why you should visit the certified therapists from Hope AMC in Dubai.
What Are Trigger Point Injections?
Trigger point injections are a medical treatment used to relax tight muscle knots that cause localized or referred pain. These knots, known as trigger points, often develop in the lower back due to muscle overuse, spasticity, or abnormal muscle tone. If left untreated, they can restrict movement and increase discomfort.
While using trigger point injections for back pain, a small amount of medication is injected directly into the tight muscle area. It helps reduce muscle tension, improve flexibility, and relieve pain. The procedure is quick, targeted, and typically less painful for both adults and children when it is performed by experienced therapists.
Benefits of Trigger Point Injections
Trigger point injections offered by rehabilitation centers in Dubai can provide meaningful relief when pain limits movement or therapy progress. Key benefits include:
- Reduced muscle tension and pain in targeted areas
- Improved flexibility and posture
- Better participation in physiotherapy and occupational therapy
- Support for long-term functional improvement
- Non-surgical option for managing chronic muscle pain
For children, reducing pain can also improve mood, sleep quality, and overall engagement in daily activities.
When Are Trigger Point Injections Recommended?
Trigger point injections are often recommended for patients who experience persistent low back pain, muscle stiffness, or discomfort that does not respond fully to physical therapy alone. These injections are suitable for both adults and children, depending on clinical assessment. In pediatric care, these injections are carefully planned and integrated into a broader rehabilitation strategy.
They are also considered in combination with treatments such as Botox injections for children or phenol nerve block procedures when spasticity affects multiple muscle groups.
How Hope AMC Supports Pain-Free Rehabilitation
At Hope AMC, trigger point injections are not offered as a standalone solution. They are part of a comprehensive rehabilitation medicine approach designed to improve comfort, mobility, and independence.
Hope AMC provides child-centred and family-focused care within a single, highly specialised centre. Medical treatments are closely integrated with physiotherapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy teams to ensure consistent progress. With a coordinated approach, our therapists help patients achieve proven improvements in function, independence, and daily comfort.
Whether managing spasticity, chronic back pain, or neuromuscular challenges, Hope AMC focuses on personalized care plans that support long-term rehabilitation goals.
Meet Dr. Nadia Alwasiah: Your Rehabilitation Specialist
Dr. Nadia Alwasiah is a multi-board-certified pediatric and adult rehabilitation medicine specialist with U.S. board certifications and advanced fellowship training from Harvard-affiliated institutions. Based in Dubai, she leads spasticity services with precision and compassion. Dr. Nadia is widely trusted for her expertise in tone control, spasticity assessment, and individualized treatment planning that supports both medical and functional outcomes.
Book a consultation with our certified rehabilitation specialists at Hope AMC to explore personalized pain management and trigger point injection care.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, when performed by experienced rehabilitation specialists, trigger point injections can be safe for children. They are carefully planned based on the child’s condition, muscle tone, and therapy goals. The treatment is usually part of a broader rehabilitation program.
Pain relief can vary depending on the individual. Some patients feel improvement within days, while others notice gradual benefits. Relief may last weeks to months, especially when combined with physiotherapy and ongoing rehabilitation care.
Yes. Trigger point injections are often used alongside treatments such as phenol nerve block, baclofen for pediatric use, or Botox injections for children. Combining therapies gives better control of muscle tone and pain.
No. These injections support physical therapy by reducing pain and muscle tightness. Therapy remains essential for strengthening mobility and long-term functional improvement.
