Trigger Point Therapy in Brentwood, CA
Targeted pressure on muscle knots to relieve pain and tension.
Trigger point therapy focuses on releasing tight areas within muscle tissue that cause pain in other parts of the body. April uses precise pressure to release these problematic points.
Benefits
Techniques Used
Sustained Pressure
Direct pressure held until release.
Ischemic Compression
Controlled pressure to release knots.
Myofascial Release
Gentle stretching around trigger points.
Stretch and Spray
Cooling followed by gentle stretching.
Ideal For
Pressure & Intensity
Pressure Level
DeepIntense, focused pressure on specific hyperirritable spots
Is This Right for You?
When to Choose This Service
Referred pain patterns, headaches, specific pain points, or when direct pressure on problem area doesn't help
Not Recommended If
You have acute inflammation, severe fibromyalgia, or cannot tolerate intense pressure
How This Compares to Alternatives
Trigger point is very specific and targeted; deep tissue works broader muscle groups
Trigger points are myofascial; acupressure targets traditional Chinese medicine meridian points
Session Recommendations
First-Time Session
Ongoing Care
Maximize Your Results
🔗Pair This With
Deactivates trigger points and addresses underlying fascial/muscular causes
The Precision Science of Trigger Point Work
Trigger points—those hyperirritable spots in skeletal muscle that cause referred pain—require a completely different approach than general massage. After two decades of clinical practice, I can identify and deactivate trigger points with precision that comes from treating thousands of cases.
What makes trigger point therapy effective is understanding referral patterns. That pain in your forearm? Often comes from trigger points in your neck. Headaches? Frequently caused by trigger points in the suboccipital muscles or upper trapezius. I use Travell and Simons' authoritative trigger point charts, cross-referenced with your specific pain patterns.
My protocol: (1) Identify the trigger point through palpation and patient feedback, (2) Apply sustained pressure (ischemic compression) for 30-90 seconds until release, (3) Lengthen the muscle through stretching, (4) Address perpetuating factors through education. It's systematic, specific, and highly effective for chronic pain conditions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What causes trigger points?
Trigger points develop from overuse, injury, stress, poor posture, or muscle imbalances.
Is it painful?
You may feel discomfort during treatment, but it should be therapeutic "good hurt" that leads to relief. Communication is key.
Why Choose Radiant Holistics?
- 20+ years, 10,000+ hours experience
- CAMTC Certified, MLD-C, Reiki Master
- Therapeutic focus, not just relaxation
- Serving Brentwood & East Contra Costa