When it comes to neck and back pain there has been some recent and particular insight that has been given into the aspect of some treatments in order to help relieve neck and back pain itself. In more particular detail to this aspect when it comes to sources of pain a myofascial trigger point can often be overlook as a source of pain in particular.
Key Takeaways:
- Myofascial trigger points can frequently be overlooked as a source of pain. A trigger point is an overexerted or fatigued group of muscle fibers.
- Our body becomes sensitized as these trigger points are present, and soon everyday activities that should not be painful become painful. Pain can even be perceived at rest.
- Trigger Point Dry Needling uses a solid monofilament needle to penetrate the muscle, using the body’s own spinal reflex arc, causing a twitch response in the stuck muscle fibers. This reduces the trigger point and allows the previously stuck fibers to resume normal function.
“Myofascial trigger points can frequently be overlooked as a source of pain. A trigger point is an overexerted or fatigued group of muscle fibers.”
