03/04/2026
Ever been told you have a āknotā in your shoulder? š
Chances are, thatās what we call a trigger point.
A trigger point is a small, tight, irritated spot within a muscle that can cause:
⢠Local tenderness
⢠Aching or stiffness
⢠Pain that refers somewhere else (like shoulder tension causing headaches)
They often develop from:
āļø Poor posture
āļø Repetitive movements
āļø Stress and muscle guarding
āļø Previous injuries
āļø Not enough recovery between workouts
Hereās the important part trigger points donāt just appear randomly. Muscles tighten for a reason. Sometimes itās overload, sometimes itās protection, and sometimes itās simply too much sitting and not enough movement.
So how do we prevent them?
š¹ Move regularly (especially if you sit all day)
š¹ Strengthen weak muscles instead of only stretching tight ones
š¹ Manage stress (yes, your shoulders feel it)
š¹ Stay hydrated
š¹ Get regular maintenance treatment before things build up
And how do we treat them?
As an RMT, I use targeted pressure, myofascial techniques, and movement-based approaches to help release tension, improve circulation, and calm the nervous system. Sometimes itās deep work but it should always feel productive, not punishing.
If youāve been dealing with persistent āknots,ā headaches, or tightness that wonāt go away, your body might just need the right kind of reset.
Feel free to reach out if you have questions Iām always happy to help. šŖ
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