Pure Health Centre

MuscleMD
Trigger-Point Injection (TPI) therapy is a long-established medical procedure used to treat muscular and fascial (myofascial) pain. The process of TPI therapy involves the insertion of a small hypodermic needle into trigger-points where a very small amount of local anaesthetic is injected.
Some examples of conditions that could benefit from TPI therapy are:

• Whiplash/sprain injuries of the neck/back (e.g. Motor Vehicle Accident)
• Mechanical back pain
• Frozen shoulder
• Achilles tendinitis / Plantar fasciitis
• Headaches with a muscular tension component
• TMJ pain
• Muscular pain/tightness with no other identifiable cause

To be seen at the MuscleMD Clinic you will need to be referred by a physician if felt appropriate. TPI treatment varies for each patient. An individualized care plan will be made for you at your first visit. Treatment is fully covered by MSP for valid B.C. Care Card holders.
Our services are provided by Dr. Ravi Dhanoa

Dr. Dhanoa is a Canadian Family Physician with a special interest in Trigger Point Injection therapy. He received his medical degree from Imperial College London (UK) in 2006 and has been practicing medicine in British Columbia since 2009. He initially had a full service Family Practice on Vancouver Island, where he trained in Trigger Point Injection therapy and developed his skills further. As well as establishing the MuscleMD Clinic Dr Dhanoa is a Clinical Instructor on the Family Medicine Residency Program at the University of British Columbia, where he trains Family Practice residents.

 For more information on the procedures and treatment please visit www.musclemd.ca