Non-Surgical Orthopedics
Trigger Point Injections
Serving the greater Phoenix Valley Area including South East Tucson, Green Valley, Sierra Vista, Pima County and beyond.
Dedicated to Medical Excellence for Over 15 Years.
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OVERVIEW
Tight, painful knots in the muscle can quietly take over daily life. A stiff neck makes it hard to check your blind spot at a stoplight. A tense shoulder throbs through every shift at work. Stretching, heat, and rest help for a little while, but a deep muscle knot, known as a trigger point, often stays put no matter how much you rest, leaving the same ache to return again and again until the underlying tension is addressed at its source.
BOOKING APPOINTMENTS
Modern Sports Medicine of South East Tucson, AZ, treats these stubborn knots with trigger-point injections, a quick in-office procedure that releases tension directly at its source. Our providers locate the tight band of muscle causing your pain, then ease it so you can move and feel better again.
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REQUEST AN APPOINTMENT
Scheduling a visit is simple. Call our office or submit a quick online request, and our staff will explain what your first appointment looks like so nothing feels unfamiliar when you walk through the door for your trigger point injection consultation.
DIAGNOSE
EXAM & IMAGING
Your provider begins with a hands-on exam, palpating the muscle for tight bands and tender spots to pinpoint exactly which trigger points are driving your pain. This careful evaluation guides every decision we make about your treatment plan.
TREATMENTS
CUSTOM TREATMENT PROGRAM
Once your trigger points are identified, we use a fine needle to release each tight band, easing tension and calming the surrounding muscle right in the office. Treatment is tailored to the muscles involved and adjusted as your body responds over time.
FOLLOW UP
WE CALL TO CHECK IN
Follow-up calls help us track how your muscles are responding between visits, so we can adjust your plan as needed. At Modern Sports Medicine of South East Tucson, AZ, we make sure you keep moving toward lasting relief.
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The MODERN Approach
At MODERN, we take tremendous pride in making our customers happy above and beyond their expectations. We invite you to read what a few of our customers have to say about their MODERN experience.
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Office was very welcoming from the moment you walked into the office, Marissa and Kelsey were there to greet me. They know all of their patients and treat them like family. Dr. Dault was AMAZING. SHE listened and really searched to find the answers to my pain. Eric was very thorough when doing my ultrasound to diagnose my issue. Their recommendations helped me and in the end my pain decreased! Thank you to the entire team!
Sue Moring
Mesa, AZ Resident
I was in a pretty dark place before starting at the Chandler location. My low back pain was completely debilitating and affecting the quality of my life for many years. I saw Phil once a week for 6 weeks and feel stronger and more confident than I have in many, many years. Phil explained the results of my MRI in great detail and answered my questions (as trivial as they might have been) with respect and understanding... I have been to many physical therapists before and the results I got here were the best. I highly recommend the Chandler location and will go back again if I ever need to!
Richard Cotela
Phoenix, AZ Resident
Where do I start with the praise for this Team of miracle workers... I had suffered from chronic lower back pain for the last 8 years due to 32 years of golf and upper back pain due to 13 years of sitting at a desk. I utilized a chiropractor for the past 7 years but the pain ALWAYS came back and I NEVER got better. One visit with Dr. Josh and two X-rays showed the problem was stemming from my foot and a collapsing arch—which my previous chiropractor NEVER took the time to explore and diagnose.
Cory Krebs
Mesa High Football Coach
What Are You Experiencing?
You may not know specifically what type of treatment you would require. What you do know is that you hurt, and right now that’s really what is most important. To better know how to serve you, please take a few minutes to fill out this brief form describing the discomfort or pain you are experiencing. With a clearer idea, we will contact you to discuss what may be occurring and how we may be able to assist.
LOW HIGH
SEVERE PAIN
If you are experiencing severe pain that is not intolerable, don’t wait. Call 911 or proceed directly to your nearby hospital. When the emergency is treated, we will then be prepared to work together to assist you in gaining longer-term relief.
MODERATE PAIN / DISCOMFORT
Maybe your pain isn’t keeping you back, but it is making daily living a bit harder than it has to be. If it’s sharp, annoying, or keeps coming back, let us know what you’re dealing with. We can start together to investigate why it’s happening and how we can make it better.
MINOR PAINS & ACHES
Minor aches may not seem significant, but sometimes they are your body’s way of telling you it needs a helping hand. The stiffness, soreness, or occasional pains are great things to bring to our attention. Let us know what you’ve been experiencing, and we’ll point you in the direction of care that prevents small issues from turning into large ones.
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Answering Your Questions
What are trigger point injections?
A trigger point injection targets a small, irritated knot inside a muscle, often felt as a tender lump that can send pain radiating into nearby areas, such as a tight shoulder sending an ache down the arm. During your visit, we insert a fine needle directly into the knot to release the tension and calm the surrounding tissue.
What conditions can trigger point injections help with?
This treatment often helps people dealing with chronic neck and shoulder tightness, tension headaches, lower back pain, and muscle soreness tied to old sports injuries or repetitive strain. Patients recovering from whiplash or long hours at a desk frequently find relief once the underlying knot is addressed directly.
What happens during a trigger point injection appointment?
Your visit starts with a hands-on exam, where we feel for tight bands of muscle and identify the exact spots causing your discomfort. Once we locate the trigger point, we clean the area and use a fine needle to release the knot. Most patients feel brief pressure or a small twitch, followed by noticeable easing within a few minutes.
How many sessions will I need?
The number of sessions depends on how long the muscle tension has been building and how your body responds to treatment. Some people feel significant relief after one visit, while others benefit from a short series of appointments spaced a week or two apart.
Are trigger point injections safe?
Yes. Trigger point injections are a well-established treatment performed routinely in sports medicine and orthopedic clinics. Our team reviews your health history before any procedure to confirm it is a good fit, and most patients return to normal activities the same day with only mild soreness.
"Our goal is to help you solve some of your most painful life experiences."
Josh Adams
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CHOOSING THE MODERN WAY
What separates MODERN SPORTS MEDICINE from just about every other company is our physical therapists and orthopedists utlize advanced imaging technology to enable them to SEE what they are doing. Everyone else is operating blindly.
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