By inserting a fine needle into a tight muscle we can offer excellent relief from the pain of muscle tension.
The primary purpose of trigger point therapy is to reduce the pain that results from hypersensitive muscles. Trigger points are identified by gently pressing on the surface of the skin, sensing the texture of the underlying muscle.
A trigger point is like a knot the size of a pea, buried deep in the muscle tissue. It is made up of lactic acid, a normal byproduct of muscular activity, which sometimes gets trapped in the muscle
as a result of physical, chemical or emotional stress.
Chiropractic manipulation is used to get the joints of the spine moving, to restore flexibility and function. This can resolve symptoms of 'trapped nerves', stiffness, pain and it can improve your posture.
Our practice employs many physical therapy methods, including massage, ergonomic advice and exercise/fitness advice to complement our other techniques.