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Physical Therapy - Trigger Point Therapy

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.

By using the hands, the skin is gently pressed to locate 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.


What does Trigger Point Therapy feel like?
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 their body.


How does the patient benefit from Trigger Point?
Trigger Point Therapy is a highly effective way to reduce muscle spasms and relax hyperactive muscles. This restores normal range of motion and promotes faster healing.


The Benefits
• Reduces chronic
   muscle spasms.

• Avoids scar tissue
   formation.

• Improves muscle
   tone.

• Promotes better
   circulation.

• Increases range
   of motion.


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