Simple Answer, Positive Results

Finding the source of your clients’ pain

By David Kent, LMT, NCTMB

Addressing the pain and discomfort associated with trigger points is one of the most common complaints massage therapists deal with in the treatment room. It’s not uncommon, for example, to palpate a trigger point in the upper trapezius, sternocleidomastoid or suboccipital muscles that produces a referred phenomenon to a completely different area of the body, such as the head. When trigger points refer into the head the phenomenon is often described as pain, a headache, pressure, tingling and/or numbness. Although clients are often surprised at this phenomenon, most are thrilled when I am able to isolate and treat the trigger point. Occasionally, however, a client might show distress at this discovery and say something like, “I’m all screwed up,” “I’m wired wrong‚” or “I’m weird.” In this article, I will share simple solutions for addressing these types of comments in ways that will help empower your clients to have a positive attitude and take a more proactive approach to their health care.

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David Kent – Massage Today: Simple Answers Create Results (05/08)