The History of Trigger Point Therapy
Myofascial Trigger Point Therapy is an innovative technique used to relieve muscular pain and dysfunction. This hands-on approach is based on the lifelong medical research of Drs. Janet Travell (the first woman ever to serve as White House Physician, used trigger point therapy to help President Kennedy's back) and David Simmons. These pioneers discovered the casual relationship between chronic pain and the source - trigger points. Their two-volume text, "Myofascial Pain and Dysfunction, The Trigger Point Manual" forms the basis of this internationally renowned therapeutic protocol.
In trigger point therapy the source of the referred pain, perpetuating factors, and dysfunctional postural patterning are identified. Through the use of trigger point pressure release and stretching exercises, the therapist quickly eliminates and/or reduces the irritability of the dysfunctional muscle. Most patients with myofascial pain and dysfunction see excellent results, and a quick return to their normal daily and professional lives. |
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