What is Massage Therapy?
Massage therapy is a soft tissue technique used to promote healthier muscles and circulation. Tina Sorensen, B.A., L.M.T, administers Swedish Massage for those patients looking for a mild relaxing technique. She also does Reflexology, which is the manipulation of the many different reflex points on the feet. Lastly, Tina provides Trigger Point Therapy for people with abnormal muscle tissue. Trigger Point Therapy is also known as Neuro-muscular Therapy.
What is a Trigger Point?
A trigger point is an area of uncontrolled muscle tightness causing tenderness, which interferes with normal muscle function. This restricts normal range of motion, weakens the muscle, and may refer pain to other parts of body.
How does Trigger Point Therapy work?
Using the hands, the skin is gently pressed to locate underlying tight bands or nodules of muscle fiber (knots). Then using the hand, fingers, elbow, or small hand instrument, the muscle is compressed with sustained pressure to relax it.
What does Trigger Point Therapy feel like?
To prepare the site, a cooling spray may be used. As pressure is applied to the abnormal tissue, some patients experience temporary discomfort until the muscle relaxes. Others may feel referred pain to other parts of the body. Following treatment your muscles are more elastic.
Why is Trigger Point Therapy used?
Trigger Point Therapy is a highly effective way to reduce muscle spasms and relax hyperactive muscles. This restores normal range of motion and promotes faster healing.
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