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  1. Myofascial trigger point
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    Myofascial trigger point - Wikipedia

    • Myofascial trigger points (MTrPs), also known as trigger points, are described as hyperirritable spots in the skeletal muscle. They are associated with palpable nodules in taut bands of muscle fibers. They are a topic of ongoing controversy, as there is limited data to inform a scientific understanding of the phenomenon. Accordingly, a formal acceptance of myofascial "k… See more

    Signs and symptoms

    The term "trigger point" was coined in 1942 by Dr. Janet Travell to describe a clinical finding with the following characteristics:
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    Cause of Enlarged Trigger Points

    Overuse of the muscle and a high protein diet (steaks, whey powder) can cause the points to enlarge. Backing off high protein diet removes the enlargement after weeks. See more

    Pathophysiology

    Activation of trigger points may be caused by a number of factors, including acute or chronic muscle overload, activation by other trigger points (key/satellite, primary/secondary), disease, psychological distress (vi… See more

    Diagnosis

    Practitioners do not agree on what constitutes a trigger point, but the assessment typically considers symptoms, pain patterns and manual palpation. Usually there is a taut band in muscles containing tr… See more

    Treatment

    Therapists may use myotherapy (deep pressure as in Bonnie Prudden's approach, massage or tapotement as in Dr. Griner's approach), mechanical vibration, pulsed ultrasound, electrostimulation, ischemic compression, … See more

    Overlap with acupuncture

    In a June 2000 review, Chang-Zern Hong correlates the MTrP "tender points" to acupunctural "ah shi" ("Oh Yes!") points, and the "local twitch response" to acupuncture's "de qi" ("needle sensation"), based on a 1977 paper … See more

    History

    In the 19th century, British physician George William Balfour, German anatomist Robert Froriep, and the German physician Strauss described pressure-sensitive, painful knots in muscles, sometimes called myofascial trigger point… See more

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  1. Myofascial trigger points (MTrPs)12345:
    • Described as hyperirritable spots in skeletal muscle.
    • Associated with palpable nodules in taut bands of muscle fibers.
    • Can cause chronic pain and affect a person’s range of motion.
    • Feel like small bumps, nodules, or knots in muscles.
    • May cause referred pain in a different part of the body.
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    Myofascial trigger points (MTrPs), also known as trigger points, are described as hyperirritable spots in the skeletal muscle. They are associated with palpable nodules in taut bands of muscle fibers.

    Myofascial trigger point - Wikipedia

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    In people with myofascial pain syndrome (MPS), sensitive spots are known as trigger points. These areas develop in the taut, ropey bands of the muscles (the fascia). When pressure is applied to these trigger points there is pain (called referred pain) in a different part of the body.

    Myofascial Pain: Treatment, Symptoms, …

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    Muscle knots, or myofascial trigger points, are small, bump-like areas of muscle that can be painful. Treatment often includes home remedies, like applying warm or cold pads. But, professional therapies are also available. Myofascial trigger points can cause chronic pain and affect a person’s range of motion.

    Muscle knots: Symptoms, causes, and tr…

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    These trigger points are stiff areas in your fascial tissue. They feel like small bumps, nodules or knots in your muscles. Tightened trigger points can restrict your muscle and joint movement. You may have pain at the site of a trigger point or widespread pain throughout your body.

    Myofascial Release Therapy - Cleveland …

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    Myofascial pain syndrome (MPS) cause a common clinical problem, arising from the muscle and produces sensory, motor and autonomic symptoms which are caused by myofascial trigger points which are focal areas of tenderness caused by hypercontracted muscle tissue.

    Myofascial Pain - Physiopedia

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    Myofascial pain syndrome - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic

     
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    What Are Myofascial Trigger Points? (And 5 Ways To …

    Jul 4, 2023 · Learn what trigger points are, how they cause pain and dysfunction in various parts of the body, and how to release them with massage tools and …

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