Technique
Trigger Point Therapy
Trigger Point Therapy treats persistent muscle pain, improves mobility and reduces the tension associated with myofascial dysfunction, caused by local pain in a hyperirritable area of the muscle.
The technique
What is a Trigger Point?
A trigger point is a hyperirritable area in a muscle that shows up as local or referred pain (pain felt away from the point of origin). These areas of muscle tension are often caused by:
- Muscle overload (repetitive strain, poor posture).
- Trauma (impact, injury, accident).
- Chronic stress leading to excessive muscle contraction.
- Lack of mobility or poor muscle recovery.
Trigger points can cause diffuse pain, loss of muscle strength and restricted movement.
Your physiotherapist may recommend trigger point therapy to treat persistent muscle pain, improve mobility and reduce tension associated with myofascial dysfunction. This approach aims to release painful muscle knots, known as trigger points, which cause local or referred pain.
Who is it for?
Indications and contraindications
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Indications
When is Trigger Point Therapy recommended?
Trigger point therapy is used to treat a range of conditions, including:
- Chronic and myofascial muscle pain.
- Persistent muscle stiffness and tension.
- Low back pain, neck pain and headaches of muscular origin.
- Restricted mobility and loss of muscle flexibility.
- Unexplained referred pain (e.g. arm pain linked to a trigger point in the shoulder).
- Myofascial pain syndrome.
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Contraindications
When is Trigger Point Therapy not recommended?
Although highly effective, this approach is contraindicated in certain cases:
- An infection or acute inflammation in the treatment area.
- Clotting disorders or use of anticoagulants.
- Severe neurological conditions affecting muscle sensation.
- Open wounds or skin lesions in the area concerned.
A physiotherapy assessment is essential before including this therapy in a treatment plan.
Trigger point therapy can be combined with other techniques such as manual therapy, dry needling, electrical stimulation or magnetotherapy to optimise results.
The benefits
Trigger Point Therapy in Physiotherapy
Immediate reduction of muscle pain.
Improved mobility and release of muscle tension.
Drug-free treatment that complements other rehabilitation approaches.
Targeted action on painful areas for fast results.
At start.physio, our physiotherapists specialised in trigger point therapy use tailored techniques to effectively relieve muscle tension and restore optimal muscle function. For your physiotherapy sessions to be covered by your health or accident insurance, a medical prescription is required.
Our practices
Where can you get Trigger Point Therapy?
Trigger point therapy is available at the following start.physio practices:
Techniques and equipment
We use a range of treatment techniques and specialised equipment to speed up recovery.
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Your questions
Answers to the questions you ask us most often.
Do I need a prescription?
Yes. For your sessions to be covered by your health or accident insurance, you need a medical prescription.
Does my insurance cover the sessions?
Illness: basic health insurance (LAMal). Accident: accident insurance (LAA). In some cases: disability insurance (LAI) or military insurance (LAM).
Do you offer home visits?
Yes, for people whose health prevents them from coming to a practice, and in nursing homes (EMS). A specific prescription for home physiotherapy is required: the doctor must write “at home” on it.
Can I cancel or reschedule an appointment?
Yes, but please let us know at least 24 hours in advance. Appointments missed without notice may be charged.