Muscle Pain
“Our mission is to care for and treat patients with spine and musculoskeletal conditions that cause pain and limit their function. Our goal is to provide our patients with the utmost compassion and care. We hold honesty and integrity at the core of our practice.” – Carlos, J. Esparza, M.D., P.C
About Muscle Pain
Dr. Esparza’s MD practice in Albuquerque, NM diagnoses and treats conditions of the musculoskeletal system. We offer non-surgical intervention for symptom relief of muscle pain resulting from injury or chronic conditions.
Whether your muscle pain is the result of strain, over-use injury, or from a chronic condition, Dr. Esparza MD will begin with the most conservative approach possible including physical therapy, over-the-counter pain relievers, medication and possibly steroid or anesthetic injections.
Treatment Objectives
We consider your lifestyle, goals, and your medical history of injury or illness when designing your treatment plan. Dr. Esparza MD oversees a team of caregivers who might include physical or occupational therapists as well as other healthcare providers.
Massage just isn’t enough?
We all know that stress and tension can make muscle pain worse. If your efforts to alleviate pain using over the counter medication, breathing techniques, relaxation, or massage have not given you relief, it might be time to consult a Physiatrist who is an expert in the musculature of the body.
There are many things that can be causing your muscle pain. Let Dr. Esparza MD give you a comprehensive diagnosis and treatment plan today.
Muscle Pain Treatments
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The neck is a common site for trigger point injections because the upper back and shoulders are often places where muscles can “knot” or spasm. Trigger points can be sore to the touch and can sometimes be felt as knots under the skin. The pain from these knots can be long-lasting and can radiate, causing pain in the extremities.
Trigger point injections involve injecting medication directly into a knot of muscles to reduce pain and inflammation.