We all experience muscle pain at some point because of physical, mental or emotional stress as well as repetitive motion. If we’re lucky, the soreness works itself out in a couple of days and things get back to normal. But occasionally we are plagued by recurring bouts of discomfort that persist for long periods of time. If this occurs you may be suffering from a condition known as myofascial pain syndrome (mps) caused by multiple areas of tenderness within a muscle and the fascia surrounding that muscle.
Fascia, or soft tissue, envelopes virtually everything in your body. Myofascia refers to the specific tissue that covers your muscles, and it tears and adheres together when it is stressed. These small knots or trigger points prevent your muscles from working well resulting in stiffness, reduction in range of motion, tenderness, and pain. Trigger points are thought to be a major factor in headaches and neck and low back pain. The clinical experience of therapists and physicians indicates that most common aches and pains are caused by trigger points.
One treatment regimen provides almost instant relief from pain and discomfort. A combination of trigger point / myofascial release therapy eases the source of pain. Significant decrease in pain is achieved after just one treatment. Received on a regular basis, this therapy naturally manages pain and stress from chronic injuries. Once these trigger points are relieved, muscles relax, range of motion is improved or restored, and tenderness subsides. Abnormal motion and movement can also be corrected by restoring the natural mechanics of the muscle.
Schedule an appointment soon with a massage therapist certified in trigger point / myofascial release treatments. You will be amazed at the immediate results realized with this therapy.