Trigger points are tight, sensitive knots in muscle that can cause pain in the spot itself or somewhere else. Trigger point therapy applies focused pressure to help those muscles relax.
What it is
Dr. Gutierrez locates the tight areas and applies sustained pressure, which can feel intense at first and then ease. Sessions are adjusted to your comfort level. It is often combined with stretching, adjustments, and exercises so the muscles stay loose.
Who it may help
- Neck and shoulder tension from desk work
- Muscle knots in the back or hips
- Tension headaches linked to tight muscles
- Soreness after training
What to expect
1
Locate the knots
We find the tight, tender spots by feel and by how you move.
2
Release with focused pressure
Sustained pressure helps the muscle let go, within your comfort.
3
Keep them from coming back
Stretches, exercises, and habit tips help the muscles stay loose.
Common questions
Does it hurt?
You may feel pressure or a “good hurt” while the muscle releases. We work within your comfort and you can ask us to ease up at any time.
How soon will I feel a difference?
Some people notice looser muscles right away. For others the improvement builds over a few visits.
Conditions this can help with: Neck Pain, Shoulder Pain, Back Pain