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Release Chronic Tension and "Trigger Point" Pain
Stop letting pain control your life. At Urban Chiropractic, we don’t just mask your symptoms—we find and treat the root cause of your pain.
Myofascial pain is a chronic disorder where pressure on sensitive points in your muscles (trigger points) causes pain in seemingly unrelated parts of your body. At Urban Chiropractic, we “map” these points to release the underlying tension at the source.
Common Myofascial Problems We Treat
Myofascial Pain
This condition occurs when the connective tissue (fascia) surrounding your muscles becomes tight and develops hyper-irritable “knots” that refer pain throughout the body.
You might feel:
- Deep, aching pain in a specific, localized muscle "knot."
- A tender, firm nodule in the muscle that feels like a pea under the skin.
- Pain that persists or worsens despite regular rest or stretching.
- Referred pain, such as a knot in the shoulder causing a tension headache.
Usually caused by:
- Repetitive Stress (performing the same motions for hours at a desk).
- Poor Posture (slumping forward, which overstretches the back fascia).
- Emotional Stress (clenching muscles subconsciously throughout the day).
- Muscle Injuries (strains that left behind restrictive scar tissue).
How Urban Chiropractic Helps
At Urban Chiropractic, we provide personalized, non-invasive care focused on correcting the underlying causes pain—not just temporary relief.
- Trigger Point Therapy: Applies sustained pressure to "shut off" irritable muscle knots.
- Cupping Therapy: Uses suction to lift the fascia and increase blood flow to muscles.
- Active Release Therapy (ART): Specifically targets adhesions between the muscle and fascia.
- Post Isometric Relaxation (PIR): Resets muscle length and tension through gentle stretching.
- Kinesio Taping: Supports the muscle to prevent it from over-contracting during the day.
How to Prevent Myofascial Pain
- Improve ergonomics
Adjust your workspace to prevent “static loading” on your shoulders.
- Practice relaxation
Use deep breathing to prevent stress-related muscle guarding.
- Hydrate frequently
Keep muscles hydrated to prevent the formation of painful knots.
- Prioritize sleep
Preventative adjustments help maintain alignment and mobility.
Frequently Asked Questions
What exactly is a "trigger point"?
A trigger point is a hyper-irritable spot in a taut band of muscle. It feels like a hard knot and, when pressed, it can “trigger” pain in a completely different part of your body (referred pain).
Why does my shoulder knot cause a headache?
This is a classic example of referred pain. The nerves in your shoulder and neck are interconnected; when a myofascial knot becomes severe, the pain signals travel upward, manifesting as a tension headache.
How is myofascial release different from a regular massage?
A regular massage focuses on general relaxation. Myofascial release is a clinical, targeted therapy designed to break up specific adhesions (scar tissue) between the muscle and the fascia to restore functional movement.