HELLO GORGEOUS MED SPA®
74 W. Washington Street
Oswego, IL 60543
630-636-6193
hellogorgeousskin@yahoo.com
Pre + Post Care Guide
TRIGGER POINT INJECTIONS
ABOUT YOUR TREATMENT
Trigger point injections are administered into tight bands of muscle (knots) to relieve pain, reduce muscle tension, and improve mobility.
These injections may contain:
- • Local anesthetic
- • Saline
- • Vitamin blends
- • Other physician-directed formulations
Trigger point injections are commonly used for:
- • Neck pain
- • Shoulder tension
- • Upper back pain
- • Headaches
- • Muscle spasms
Relief may be felt immediately or within 24–72 hours.
BEFORE YOUR APPOINTMENT
- • Inform us of all medications
- • Avoid blood thinners 3–5 days prior (if medically appropriate)
- • Eat a light meal
- • Stay hydrated
- • Notify us of infection, fever, or illness
WHAT TO EXPECT AFTER TREATMENT
You may experience:
- • Mild soreness at injection site
- • Temporary muscle stiffness
- • Bruising
- • Fatigue
Soreness may last 24–48 hours. Improvement in muscle tension may be immediate or gradual.
AFTERCARE
First 24 Hours:
- • Avoid strenuous exercise
- • Apply ice to injection site if needed
- • Gentle stretching is encouraged
Continue hydration.
You may use Tylenol for discomfort unless otherwise directed.
⚠️ IMPORTANT
Contact Hello Gorgeous Med Spa® if you experience:
- • Increasing pain
- • Fever
- • Significant swelling
- • Signs of infection
Trigger point therapy may require repeat sessions depending on muscle tension severity.