Are trigger point injections into the rectal area and muscles really worth it for treating levator ani syndrome? Seems to me this is only a temporary fix that never brings about long-term relief.
Thoughts?
Trigger point injections...
Trigger point injections...
Age: 33 | Onset Age: 23 | Symptoms: Rectal spasm, tightness. Levator Ani Syndrome. | Helped By: TMS Approach, Exercise, warm baths, less stress, not thinking about it...and most of all, not fearing it! | Worsened By: Lots of sitting, lots of stress, lots of worrying.
Re: Trigger point injections...
From everything I read, they are just a temporary fix. I also personally think injections are just too intrusive. I can see why people get them though. Chronic pain and discomfort will drive you to do many things you never thought you'd consider.
Age: 46 | Onset Age: 45 | Symptoms: "gotta go to the bathroom feeling almost constantly, even after I go." Raw/irritated feeling mainly when sitting down. | Helped By: Following IC diet, Alo Vera caps, Cod Liver Oil, Flax seed oil, very warm baths, stretching, relaxation tapes, Yoga and meditation, | Worsened By: citrus fruits, chilie, old cheeses, coffee, alcohol, stress, anxiety, obsessing on the problem.