Trigger Point Therapy
Release painful muscle knots and referred pain with targeted trigger point therapy.
Trigger points are hyperirritable spots within muscles that cause pain when pressed. They create "referred pain"—pain that radiates to other areas of your body. For example, a trigger point in your shoulder might cause headaches.
Trigger point therapy applies sustained pressure to these specific points, releasing the tension and eliminating the referred pain pattern. It's highly specialized and effective for chronic pain that conventional treatment hasn't resolved.
Important: Trigger point therapy can be intense. Pressure should never be unbearable—communicate with your therapist about pain levels.
Neck & Shoulder Trigger Points
Symptoms: Headaches, neck pain, jaw tension, referred arm pain
Lower Back Trigger Points
Symptoms: Lower back pain, gluteal pain, sciatica-like symptoms
Hip & Glute Trigger Points
Symptoms: Hip pain, buttock pain, referred leg pain
Chest & Shoulder Trigger Points
Symptoms: Chest pain, arm pain, referred upper back pain
Pain Relief
Eliminates trigger point pain and referred pain patterns
Restores Function
Improves range of motion and muscle activation
Prevents Compensation
Stops muscles from overcompensating for pain
Breaks Pain Cycles
Interrupts chronic pain patterns
Non-Invasive
Drug-free, non-surgical pain solution
Lasting Relief
Effects extend beyond individual sessions
Therapist identifies trigger points through palpation and asks about pain patterns
Sustained pressure applied directly to the trigger point (30 seconds to 1-2 minutes)
As tension releases, pressure gradually decreases
Gentle stretching of the affected muscle to integrate the release
Instructions on stretches and self-care to maintain progress
Intensity Note: Trigger point work creates a "good pain" sensation. It should be intense but not unbearable—you should be able to breathe normally and speak.
Trigger Point Therapy
Targets specific pain points • Sustained pressure on knots • Treats referred pain • Very focused • Often 30-60 minutes
Deep Tissue Massage
Works broader muscle areas • Flowing strokes with pressure • Targets chronic tension • Whole-body approach • Typically 60+ minutes
Consider trigger point therapy if:
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You have persistent pain that radiates to other areas
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Traditional treatment hasn't resolved your chronic pain
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You experience muscle knots or hardened spots
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You have referred pain patterns (pain in one place caused by another)
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You want targeted, focused pain relief