{"id":25595,"date":"2024-10-24T16:35:08","date_gmt":"2024-10-24T20:35:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.zeel.com\/blog\/?p=25595"},"modified":"2024-10-24T16:36:20","modified_gmt":"2024-10-24T20:36:20","slug":"trigger-point-therapy-vs-myofascial-release","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.zeel.com\/blog\/massage\/types-of-massage\/trigger-point-therapy-vs-myofascial-release\/","title":{"rendered":"Trigger Point Therapy vs. Myofascial Release"},"content":{"rendered":"    \r\n    <style>\r\n        .wpj-jtoc.--jtoc-theme-basic-light.--jtoc-has-custom-styles {\r\n        --jtoc-numeration-suffix: \". \";\n        }\r\n                .wpj-jtoc.--jtoc-theme-basic-light.--jtoc-has-custom-styles {\r\n        --jtoc-width: 100%;\n--jtoc-title-color: #333333;\n--jtoc-title-label-font-weight: 700;\n--jtoc-link-margin: 0;\n--jtoc-link-padding: 0;\n--jtoc-link-font-weight: 600;\n--jtoc-link-color: #0a7938;\n--jtoc-link-color-hover: #32a35a;\n--jtoc-link-color-active: #32a35a;\n        }    <\/style>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<div id=\"wpj-jtoc\" class=\"wpj-jtoc wpj-jtoc--main --jtoc-the-content --jtoc-theme-basic-light --jtoc-title-align-left --jtoc-toggle-icon --jtoc-toggle-position-right --jtoc-toggle-1 --jtoc-has-numeration --jtoc-header-as-toggle --jtoc-headings-full-row-clickable --jtoc-has-custom-styles --jtoc-is-unfolded --jtoc-animate\" >\r\n    \r\n    <!-- TOC -->\r\n    <div class=\"wpj-jtoc--toc \" >\r\n                            <div class=\"wpj-jtoc--header\">\r\n                <div class=\"wpj-jtoc--header-main\">\r\n                                        <div class=\"wpj-jtoc--title\">\r\n                                                <span class=\"wpj-jtoc--title-label\">Jump to a Section in This Article<\/span>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n                                                                <div class=\"wpj-jtoc--toggle-wrap\">\r\n                                                                                                                    <div class=\"wpj-jtoc--toggle-box\">\r\n                                    <div class=\"wpj-jtoc--toggle\"><\/div>\r\n                                <\/div>\r\n                                                    <\/div>\r\n                                    <\/div>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n                        <div class=\"wpj-jtoc--body\">\r\n                        <nav class=\"wpj-jtoc--nav\">\r\n                <ol class=\"wpj-jtoc--items\"><li class=\"wpj-jtoc--item --jtoc-h2\">\r\n        <div class=\"wpj-jtoc--item-content\" data-depth=\"2\">\r\n                        <a href=\"#myofascial-release\" title=\"Myofascial Release\" data-numeration=\"I\" >Myofascial Release<\/a>\r\n                    <\/div> <ol class=\"wpj-jtoc--items\"><li class=\"wpj-jtoc--item --jtoc-h3\">\r\n        <div class=\"wpj-jtoc--item-content\" data-depth=\"3\">\r\n                        <a href=\"#what-is-fascia\" title=\"What is Fascia?\" data-numeration=\"I\" >What is Fascia?<\/a>\r\n                    <\/div> <\/li><li class=\"wpj-jtoc--item --jtoc-h3\">\r\n        <div class=\"wpj-jtoc--item-content\" data-depth=\"3\">\r\n                        <a href=\"#how-is-fascia-released\" title=\"How is Fascia \u201cReleased\u201d?\" data-numeration=\"II\" >How is Fascia \u201cReleased\u201d?<\/a>\r\n                    <\/div> <\/li><\/ol><\/li><li class=\"wpj-jtoc--item --jtoc-h2\">\r\n        <div class=\"wpj-jtoc--item-content\" data-depth=\"2\">\r\n                        <a href=\"#trigger-point-therapy\" title=\"Trigger Point Therapy\" data-numeration=\"II\" >Trigger Point Therapy<\/a>\r\n                    <\/div> <ol class=\"wpj-jtoc--items\"><li class=\"wpj-jtoc--item --jtoc-h3\">\r\n        <div class=\"wpj-jtoc--item-content\" data-depth=\"3\">\r\n                        <a href=\"#what-are-trigger-points\" title=\"What Are Trigger Points?\" data-numeration=\"I\" >What Are Trigger Points?<\/a>\r\n                    <\/div> <\/li><li class=\"wpj-jtoc--item --jtoc-h3\">\r\n        <div class=\"wpj-jtoc--item-content\" data-depth=\"3\">\r\n                        <a href=\"#how-are-trigger-points-treated\" title=\"How Are Trigger Points Treated?\" data-numeration=\"II\" >How Are Trigger Points Treated?<\/a>\r\n                    <\/div> <\/li><\/ol><\/li><li class=\"wpj-jtoc--item --jtoc-h2\">\r\n        <div class=\"wpj-jtoc--item-content\" data-depth=\"2\">\r\n                        <a href=\"#how-are-these-techniques-incorporated-into-massage\" title=\"How These Techniques Are Incorporated Into Massage\" data-numeration=\"III\" >How These Techniques Are Incorporated Into Massage<\/a>\r\n                    <\/div> <\/li><\/ol>            <\/nav>\r\n                                <\/div>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\n\n\n<p>&ldquo;Trigger point therapy&rdquo; and &ldquo;myofascial release&rdquo; are phrases often used in conjunction with deep tissue <a href=\"https:\/\/www.zeel.com\/massage-on-demand\/services?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=web&amp;utm_campaign=editorial\">massage<\/a> and orthopedic massage. You may see them as stand-alone services in some spas or discussed in the broader massage arena. They&rsquo;re sometimes used interchangeably, or simply mixed up with each other, which can be confusing, at best&mdash;but misleading at worst.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Trigger point therapy and myofascial release are two types of techniques used by massage therapists to help alleviate pain, restore range of motion, and correct postural imbalances.<\/strong> But what differentiates them? Let&rsquo;s dive in&hellip;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading joli-heading jtoc-heading\" id=\"myofascial-release\">Myofascial Release<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading joli-heading jtoc-heading\" id=\"what-is-fascia\"><strong>What is Fascia?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/my.clevelandclinic.org\/health\/body\/23251-fascia\">Fascia<\/a> is connective tissue that surrounds muscles, bones, organs, and joints. It&rsquo;s a continuous, flexible structure throughout your body, connecting pretty much every part of it in some way. When the body experiences a trauma, the normally flexible fascia can become tight and rigid as a means of self-protection, but this can lead to pain and limitations in movement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Myofascia<\/em> refers specifically to the fascia surrounding the muscles (mya = muscle). Myofascial release targets that fascia, typically with the goal of reducing rigidity in a broader area of it, rather than in a localized spot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading joli-heading jtoc-heading\" id=\"how-is-fascia-released\"><strong>How is Fascia &ldquo;Released&rdquo;?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>To treat strained fascia, a therapist will apply pressure to it by lifting and rolling the skin, or apply pressure while moving a body part through a range of motion (this is called a &ldquo;pin and stretch&rdquo;). The goal behind this technique is to <strong>improve quality and range of motion<\/strong>, ideally resulting in <strong>decreased pain and improved posture and function<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&ldquo;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/balance\/cupping-therapy\"><strong>Cupping<\/strong><\/a>&rdquo; is a popular technique that falls under the umbrella of myofascial release, but instead of applying pressure, the vacuum in the cup applies a sustained <em>pulling<\/em> force (sometimes referred to as a <em>decompressive pressure<\/em>) on the skin over a wider area than a massage therapist can achieve with just their hands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Another example of myofascial release you may already be practicing on your own is <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.zeel.com\/blog\/fitness-training\/self-massage-foam-roller-masssage-ball\/\">foam rolling<\/a><\/strong>. The gentle, lengthening pressure applied by a foam roller can have similar effects as professionally administered myofascial release and is a great way to keep fascia supple and conditioned on a regular basis.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-1 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color has-background\" href=\"https:\/\/www.zeel.com\/massage-on-demand\/services?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=web&amp;utm_campaign=editorial\" style=\"border-radius:4px;background-color:#333333\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Book a Massage at Home<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading joli-heading jtoc-heading\" id=\"trigger-point-therapy\">Trigger Point Therapy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading joli-heading jtoc-heading\" id=\"what-are-trigger-points\"><strong>What Are Trigger Points?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aafp.org\/pubs\/afp\/issues\/2002\/0215\/p653.html\">Trigger points<\/a> (not to be confused with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.health.com\/pressure-points-7973884\">pressure points<\/a>) are painful nodules or bundles of muscle fiber, typically caused by acute trauma or repetitive microtrauma to the muscle or fascia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sometimes called &ldquo;myofascial trigger points,&rdquo; trigger points can cause localized pain (even becoming tender to the touch), as well as referred pain elsewhere in the body. You may know this condition as a <strong>muscle knot<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading joli-heading jtoc-heading\" id=\"how-are-trigger-points-treated\"><strong>How Are Trigger Points Treated?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>During trigger point therapy, the massage therapist targets the nodule directly, applying sustained, direct pressure on it using their fingers, elbows, fists, or specialized tools. The pressure is applied until the area softens or gives way. The goal behind trigger point therapy is to <strong>release the bunched-up tension<\/strong> in the trigger point, ideally resulting in <strong>improved range of motion and decreased pain<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sustained pressure isn&rsquo;t the only way to target trigger points, though. Massage therapists can also use other massage techniques such as <strong>pin and stretch<\/strong> (described above), <strong>vibration <\/strong>techniques such as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.zeel.com\/blog\/massage\/types-of-massage\/swedish-massage-techniques-for-everyday-wellness\/#:~:text=Tapotement,and%20easing%20spasms.\">tapotement<\/a>, and <strong>stretching<\/strong> techniques. Physical therapists also frequently target trigger points in their practice, often using tools and techniques such as dry needling, ultrasound, electrical stimulation. A <strong>percussion therapy<\/strong> device like a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.zeel.com\/store\">massage gun<\/a> or a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Thera-Cane-JMAS5000-Massager\/dp\/B000PRMCJU\/ref=sr_1_6?crid=33BA64P2GUXE2&amp;keywords=theracane&amp;qid=1701029820&amp;sprefix=theracan%2Caps%2C322&amp;sr=8-6&amp;th=1\">theracane<\/a> are both popular ways to address trigger points on your own.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading joli-heading jtoc-heading\" id=\"how-are-these-techniques-incorporated-into-massage\">How Are These Techniques Incorporated Into Massage?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As deeper and more targeted techniques for addressing pain, range of motion, and even musculoskeletal injury, myofascial release and trigger point therapy are commonly applied in a <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.zeel.com\/blog\/massage\/types-of-massage\/deep-tissue-massage-powerful-targeted-relief-of-tension-and-pain\/\">deep tissue<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.zeel.com\/blog\/massage\/types-of-massage\/from-warm-up-to-cool-down-a-complete-guide-to-sports-massage\/\">sports<\/a>, or orthopedic massage<\/strong>. The techniques are less common in gentler, relaxation-focused massages, such as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.zeel.com\/blog\/massage\/types-of-massage\/swedish-massage-techniques-for-everyday-wellness\/\">Swedish<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.zeel.com\/blog\/massage\/everything-to-know-and-ask-your-therapist-about-prenatal-massage\/\">prenatal<\/a> massage.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That being said, you should <strong>always communicate with your therapist<\/strong> about your goals and needs for any massage, and they will customize it for you. For example, if you <em>mostly<\/em> want a massage to unwind and let go of the day&rsquo;s stress, but you <em>also<\/em> have a pesky knot in your shoulder, your therapist will gladly work on that trigger point while making sure you leave the session relaxed, restored, and as good as new.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>You can experience trigger point therapy and myofascial release in the comfort of your own home: Book a Zeel massage today.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-2 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-fill\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.zeel.com\/massage-on-demand\/services?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=web&amp;utm_campaign=editorial\" style=\"border-radius:4px;background-color:#333333\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Book Your In-Home Massage<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>\u201cTrigger point therapy\u201d and \u201cmyofascial release\u201d are phrases often used in conjunction with deep tissue massage and orthopedic massage. 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