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What is a Trigger Point and how does it cause pain?

Posted on08/03/201511/05/2023AuthorVerena McGregor

A trigger point is a small contraction knot in the expanse of a muscle. It can feel hard and knobbly like a frozen pea. When touched or pressed the client will usually give an involuntary “jump sign”. This is caused by the high irritability of the nerves in that particular area. When compressed, a Trigger Read More …

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Pain – Like it or not, it’s your friend!

Posted on19/01/201511/05/2023AuthorVerena McGregor

Pain is my friend? How does that work? Pain (most commonly soft tissue pain such as muscle, tendon or ligament) are the early warning sign your body gives you that all is not well. Wouldn’t you prefer to have a little pain in your calve that stops you from exercising for two weeks  as opposed Read More …

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