07/07/2025
🌀 **What Is Trigger Point Therapy?**
Have you ever felt a tight, tender “knot” in your shoulders, neck, or back? That’s likely a **trigger point** a hyperirritable spot in your muscle that can cause pain, tension, and even refer discomfort to other parts of your body. Trigger point therapy, also called neuromuscular therapy, targets specific areas of tension within muscle tissue, known as trigger points, which often cause pain in other parts of the body, a phenomenon known as referred pain.
🔍 **How Do These Knots Form?**
Trigger points often develop due to:
• Repetitive movement
• Poor posture
• Stress and muscle overuse
• Injury or trauma
These knots restrict blood flow, limit range of motion, and keep your muscles in a state of tension even when you're trying to relax.
💆♀️ **What to Expect During Your Massage**
Trigger point therapy targets these tight areas with focused pressure and slow strokes. You may feel some tenderness during the session (a “hurts-so-good” kind of pain), but I always work within your comfort level. As the trigger point releases, you’ll likely notice relief in both the targeted spot and surrounding areas.
✨ **Benefits of Trigger Point Therapy:**
✔️ Decreased muscle tension
✔️ Pain relief and improved mobility
✔️ Better posture and alignment
✔️ Increased circulation and healing
🧴 **Aftercare Tips**
To maximize results:
• Drink plenty of water
• Stretch gently
• Rest if you feel sore (which is normal!)
• Avoid strenuous activity for the rest of the day
Trigger point therapy isn’t just about chasing knots it’s about **restoring function, reducing pain, and helping your body move the way it was meant to**.
Ready to feel the difference? Message me to schedule your next session! 💆♂️💫
