Trigger Point Release

A trigger point is a hyper-irritable tender spot in an abused muscle that refers pain (triggers pain) to other muscles. If the trigger points are not treated, they can be the culprits in lingering pain even after an injury has healed, and they are a big reason why the headaches, neck aches, and backaches keep returning year after year.
 
Some of the causes of trigger point activity in your muscles are repetitive stress, injury, overuse, strain, as well as chemical, drugs, alcohol, and environmental pollutants.
Active trigger points keep the muscles tight, restricting blood flow and compressing nerves perpetuating a vicious pain-spasm cycle in the muscles. The effect of decreased flexibility limits movement encouraging postural patterns which may sustain the cycle for years. Trigger Point Release Therapy is a valuable component of preventive as well as rehabilitative care. 

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How does it work?

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The various neuromuscular techniques to release trigger points and restore movement are being studied today by many health care professionals. Some of the neuromuscular therapy techniques, also referred to as neuromuscular re-education, are:

• Frictioning across the muscle fibers and ends of muscles

• Shaking, stroking, and stretching of muscles and fascia

• Joint movements, isometric exercises and stretching

• Direct pinpoint pressure on the trigger point

• Release of associated skin, tendon, and ligament trigger points•  

• Myofascial Release

• Fascial Smoothing

 

Benefits of Trigger Point Therapy

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• Decreased pain

• Fewer headaches

• Improved range of motion

• Improved flexibility

• Better posture

• Increased blood flow and tissue hydration

• Calming effect on the nervous system