If you’re suffering from chronic pain, reNu Medical & Injury Center in Newark, DE, offers trigger point therapy and other effective techniques to bring you relief.
Understanding Trigger Point Therapy
Pain often comes from problems in the soft tissues. When this happens, we try to stretch and move the area to relieve the pain. We might even go for a massage. While all of these solutions are effective, sometimes, they just aren’t enough. That is especially true when the pain is coming from trigger points. In the guide below, our team at reNu Medical & Injury Center of Newark, DE, explain what trigger points are, how they develop, and how trigger point therapy can provide relief.
What Are Trigger Points?
Have you ever tried to massage an area – or even just run your hands across it – and you felt something akin to a marble or rock? These knots are typically trigger points that develop due to chronic stress or overuse in the area that goes untreated. Poor posture and repetitive motion are two common causes.
Unfortunately, these knots can be extremely painful. They are usually very sensitive. If you have one in your neck, you might have a sharp jolt of pain if you try to lean your head to one side. They also often cause muscle spasms and can put pressure on surrounding nerves.
What Is Trigger Point Therapy, and Why Is It So Effective?
Trigger points can be difficult to address through regular means, such as stretching and traditional massage. Trigger point therapy is specifically designed to deal with these knots.
The technique involves the provider locating the trigger point and applying pressure for several seconds. As this occurs, blood temporarily stops flowing to the area and the body produces more nitric oxide. This helps break up the tension of the knot, which is followed by a surge of blood flow to the area that stimulates healing.
Learn more about trigger point therapy and how it can benefit you by visiting reNu Medical & Injury Center of Newark, DE. Our team happily serves residents of New Castle County, DE, as well as Elkton, Maryland and Chester County, PA. Call (302) 368-0124 to schedule an appointment today.