LSRI Harley Street
Central London
19 Harley Street
London W1G 9QJ
Opening hours
- Mon–Sat
- 9am–7pm
- Sunday
- Closed
Injections for Muscles
Available at LSRI Harley Street (W1G 9QJ) and LSRI Northwest London, Harrow (HA2 7SJ).
Targeted relief for chronic muscle pain, spasms, and tension using advanced ultrasound guidance.
Stop the cycle of muscle pain and restore your comfort and mobility.
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Bupa
Fee-assured
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CQC Registered
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GMC / FRCR
Dr Prashant Sankaye, Consultant MSK Radiologist
20-30min
Procedure Time
100%
Accuracy
Instant
Recovery
High
Comfort
Relieve Tension
Why Choose Muscle Injections?
Effective solutions for chronic pain and muscle injuries
Precision Targeting
Ultrasound-guided accuracy for optimal results
Fast Relief
Rapid reduction in pain and inflammation
Restore Function
Get back to your activities faster
Safe & Effective
Minimally invasive with proven outcomes
Treatment Options
Advanced therapies for different muscle conditions
Trigger Point Injections
Direct treatment for painful muscle knots (myofascial trigger points) that cause localized and referred pain. We use local anesthetic or a mixture with steroid to deactivate the trigger point.
Best For
Specific painful knots, chronic tension headaches, myofascial pain syndrome.
Therapeutic Botox
Botulinum toxin injections to relax overactive muscles and treat chronic conditions like spasticity, dystonia, and chronic migraines by blocking nerve signals.
Best For
Chronic muscle spasms, dystonia, chronic migraines, spasticity.
PRP Therapy
Platelet-Rich Plasma injections to accelerate healing in muscle tears and strains. Uses your own growth factors to repair tissue naturally.
Best For
Muscle tears, hamstring strains, calf injuries, sports injuries.
How It Works
From diagnosis to relief in a single visit
Assessment
Clinical evaluation to identify the exact source of muscle pain.
Imaging
High-resolution ultrasound to visualize muscle structure and pathology.
Precision Injection
Targeted delivery of medication directly into the problem area.
Relief
Muscle relaxation, pain reduction, and improved function.
Areas We Treat
Common injection sites for muscle pain relief
Trapezius
Tension headaches, neck pain
Rotator Cuff
Shoulder pain, tendonitis
Rhomboids
Upper back pain, posture issues
Deltoid
Shoulder injuries, muscle strain
Recovery Timeline
What to expect after your treatment
Immediately After
Mild soreness at injection site is normal. You can typically drive home.
First 24-48 Hours
Rest or light activity only. Avoid strenuous exercise. apply ice if tender.
Day 3-7
Significant reduction in pain and muscle tension. Gradual return to full activity.
Long Term
Sustained relief. Physiotherapy exercises help prevent recurrence.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about muscle injections
Trigger point injections treat painful "knots" in muscles that can cause local pain and referred pain elsewhere in the body. The injection contains local anesthetic (sometimes with a small amount of steroid) to relax the knot, improve blood flow, and break the pain cycle. This allows the muscle to lengthen and heal.
Ultrasound allows us to visualize the muscle layers, locate the exact area of injury or spasm, and avoid nerves and blood vessels. This ensures the medication is delivered precisely where it's needed for maximum safety and effectiveness, especially for deep muscles like the piriformis or iliopsoas.
Most muscle injections are well-tolerated. We use a fine needle and local anesthetic. You may feel a brief "twitch" response when a trigger point is stimulated, which is actually a good sign that the right spot has been treated. Afterward, the muscle usually feels more relaxed.
This varies by condition and treatment type. Trigger point injections can provide relief for weeks to months, often permanently if combined with physiotherapy to address the underlying cause. Botox injections typically last 3-4 months. PRP supports permanent tissue healing over several months.
For trigger point injections, you can usually resume light activity the next day. For PRP or treatment of muscle tears, you will need a period of relative rest and guided rehabilitation to allow the tissue to heal properly. Your specialist will provide a specific recovery plan.
Dry needling uses a solid needle without medication to stimulate trigger points. Injection therapy delivers medication (anesthetic, steroid, etc.) directly into the muscle. Injections are often more comfortable during the procedure and can provide more potent, longer-lasting anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving effects.
Common side effects include temporary soreness or bruising at the injection site (1-2 days). Serious complications like infection or nerve injury are extremely rare, especially with ultrasound guidance. We discuss all potential risks during your consultation.
Many patients get significant relief from a single session. For chronic conditions like myofascial pain syndrome, a series of 2-3 treatments spaced a few weeks apart may be recommended to break the chronic pain cycle permanently.
Our clinics
Two clinics, one team
Dr Prashant Sankaye, Consultant MSK Radiologist, sees patients at Harley Street in central London and at our Northwest London clinic in Harrow. Call one number to book at either clinic.
19 Harley Street
London W1G 9QJ
LSRI Northwest London
Harrow, Northwest London
62 Station Road
Harrow HA2 7SJ
Opening hours
- Mon–Sat
- 9am–6pm
- Sunday
- 10am–1pm
Break Free from Muscle Pain
Book your specialist consultation today and start your journey to recovery.
- Harley Street: Mon–Sat 9am–7pm, Sunday closed
- Harrow: Mon–Sat 9am–6pm, Sunday 10am–1pm