Muscle spasms can feel like sudden cramping, tightness, or a hard knot that will not let go. For many people with back or neck issues, spasms do more than hurt in the moment, since they can restrict motion, increase stiffness, and make everyday activities like sitting, driving, or sleeping harder.
At Freedom Spine & Pain Center, Rajesh K. Sharma, MD, is board-certified in Anesthesiology and Pain Management, with specialized training including a fellowship in Interventional Pain Management. Vrunda H. Pandya, MD, is board-certified in Anesthesiology and completed advanced fellowship training in Regional Anesthesia. When spasms keep returning, targeted care can help break the pain cycle and get daily life back on track.
When Muscle Spasms Become A Bigger Problem
Muscle spasms often begin as the body’s protective response, but they can linger when the underlying issue is still present. Ongoing spasms may:
- Reduce blood flow to the muscle, increasing soreness and fatigue
- Limit range of motion and change how the body moves
- Trigger pain that spreads into nearby areas, such as the shoulder, hip, or leg
Common Reasons Muscle Spasms Keep Coming Back
Spasms may be linked to day-to-day strain or to spine-related conditions that keep muscles in a guarded state. Common triggers include:
- Strained or overworked muscles from lifting, exercise, or repetitive movement
- Poor posture or prolonged sitting that overloads the neck or low back
- Stress and tension that cause persistent muscle tightening
- Disc issues, arthritis, or nerve irritation that can provoke guarding
- Compensation after an injury, causing other muscles to overwork
What Trigger Points Have To Do With Pain
A trigger point is a tight, sensitive spot in a muscle that can send pain to nearby areas. This is why a knot in the shoulder can contribute to neck pain or headaches, or why low back tightness can radiate into the hip. Trigger points can also make muscles feel weak, reduce normal flexibility, and cause spasms to return even after rest.
How Trigger Point Injections Work
Trigger point injections target the painful knot directly, aiming to relax the muscle, reduce pain, and improve movement. Treatment is typically performed in the office and may include a small amount of local anesthetic, sometimes combined with an anti-inflammatory medication.
For many patients, this approach helps interrupt the spasm cycle so daily activity, stretching, and other care recommendations feel more manageable.
Support For Chronic Muscle Spasms in San Antonio, Boerne & Kerrville, TX
Muscle spasms can take over daily life, but lasting relief is possible. If muscle tightness, stubborn knots, or recurring spasms are making back or neck pain worse, trigger point injections may help calm irritated muscles and restore more comfortable movement.
Schedule a consultation with Freedom Spine & Pain Center to explore personalized treatment options in San Antonio, Boerne, or Kerrville. Call 210-920-8945 to book an appointment.