Trigger Point Massage

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A trigger point massage is a type of massage therapy focused on identifying and releasing trigger points—also known as muscle knots. These are tight, sensitive areas in muscles that can cause localized pain or even referred pain (pain felt in another part of the body).

What is a Trigger Point?

A trigger point is a small, tight area within muscle tissue that can feel like a nodule or knot. These points:

  • Are often painful when pressed

  • Can cause radiating pain (e.g., a knot in your shoulder might cause a headache)

  • Develop due to muscle overuse, stress, injury, or poor posture

What Happens During a Trigger Point Massage?

The massage therapist will:

  1. Locate the trigger points by palpating muscles.

  2. Apply sustained pressure using fingers, knuckles, or elbows.

  3. Use techniques like:

    • Deep tissue pressure

    • Stretching

    • Myofascial release

  4. Hold pressure for 20–60 seconds to help the muscle release.

You might feel:

  • A dull ache

  • Referred pain

  • Relief after the pressure is released

Benefits

  • Reduces muscle tension and pain

  • Improves blood flow and mobility

  • Relieves headaches and tension-related symptoms

  • Helps with chronic pain conditions (e.g., fibromyalgia, myofascial pain syndrome)

Things to Know

  • It can be uncomfortable or even painful during the session, but should never be intolerable.

  • You may feel sore for a day or two after.

  • It's different from a relaxing Swedish massage—this is more therapeutic and focused.

Let me know if you want to try it at home, find a therapist, or learn how it compares to other types of massage.



Jupiter Massage and Pilates, LLC 

125 W. Indiantown Road Suite#102 Jupiter, FL 33458 
561-529-2093
www.jupitermassageandpilates.com

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