27/02/2026
The trapezius muscle connects your neck, shoulders, and upper back. It works constantly to stabilize your head and shoulders, which makes it very prone to overload.
Most common causes of upper body pain:
Looking down at phone or laptop
Rounded shoulders
Forward head posture
➡ causes constant low-level contraction → fatigue → pain
Muscle Overload
Gym training (especially shoulders, back, traps)
Heavy lifting
Repetitive work (dentists, therapists, office workers, drivers etc)
How deep tissue massage therapy helps treating traps pain
1. Improves blood circulation
Massage increases local blood flow → delivers oxygen and nutrients → removes metabolic waste → reduces pain.
2. Releases muscle tension
Manual pressure helps muscle fibers relax → reduces excessive contraction → restores normal tone.
3. Deactivates trigger points
Sustained pressure breaks the pain cycle → reduces referred pain → improves muscle function.
4. Reduces nervous system overactivity
Massage activates the parasympathetic nervous system → lowers stress hormones → muscle relaxation.
5. Restores mobility
Improves tissue elasticity → increases range of motion → reduces stiffness.
Results patients usually feel
✅️Reduced pain
✅️Less stiffness
✅️Improved neck mobility
✅️Reduced headaches
✅️Better posture
✅️Improved recovery after training
Get in touch for your tailored treatment
07404 766550
Info.sdtmassage@gmail.com
SDT Massage
Colchester
