Trigger Point Therapy
What is a Trigger Point?
A Trigger Point is an area of uncontrolled muscle tightness causing tenderness which interferes with normal muscle function.
This restricts normal range of motion, weakens the muscle, and may refer pain to other parts of the body.
How does Trigger Point Therapy work?
Using the hands, the skin is gently pressed, to located underlying tight bands or nodules of muscle fibers.
Then using the hand, fingers, elbow, or small hand instrument, the muscle is compressed with sustained pressure to relax it.
To prepare the site, a cooling spray may be used. As pressure is applied, some patients experience temporary discomfort
until the muscle relaxes. Others may feel referred pain to other parts of the body.
Why is Trigger Point Therapy used?
Trigger Point Therapy is a highly effective way to reduce muscle spasms and relax hyperactive muscles.
This helps restore normal range of motion and promote faster healing.
Summary of Patient Benefits:
Avoids scar tissue formation
Improves muscle tone
Promotes better circulation
Increases range of motion
Trigger Point Therapy reduces spasm and relaxes muscles