Chronic Tension Headaches – Trigger Point Therapy
Doctors say we don't know what causes them. However, we know that myofascial trigger points cause the pain patterns and other symptoms of chronic tension headache. They also contribute to migraines. So, if you have recurring headaches that just don't go away, we can help!
Chronic Headache? Cold Activates Trigger Points
Sudden chilling of the muscles sometimes activates trigger points. The muscles in the back of the head and neck are especially vulnerable. Wearing a scarf and hat is a must for many. Consider the following real life case [...]
Cluster Headaches – Myofascial TriggerPoints
The sudden pain of cluster headaches is one of the worst pains we can have. With intense pain on one side of your head, nausea, vertigo and other symptoms, it seems like a migraine. Mercifully, they don't [...]
Chronic Headache Pain – Myofascial Therapy
Learn more about how myofascial and trigger point therapy can help relieve the chronic pain of migraines, tension and cluster headaches.
How Does Chronic Pain Develop?
Of course, there are many kinds of pain and different causes. Yet, most types of chronic pain share a similar pattern: Initially, some form of local pain happens. Then, pain recurs. Your nervous system gets sensitized. Eventually, your [...]
Diaphragmatic Breathing Reduces Back Pain
Low back pain is routinely listed as the largest cause of chronic pain in the US. It is responsible for more occupational disability than any other cause. It doesn't seem possible that simply practicing diaphragmatic breathing reduces back [...]
Low Back Pain – Rectus Abdominis
Rectus Abdominis - The Six Pack Muscle Chronic Low Back Pain - Rectus Abdominis can develop trigger points that cause severe back pain. It may surprise you that the quest for a flat stomach does not strengthen your [...]
Reduce Stress Through Proper Breathing
We can all reduce pain and stress through proper breathing. Let's start with some very simple exercises. Chronic stress alters our metabolism and biochemistry to increasing blood pressure, musculoskeletal pain, headaches, weight gain, sleep problems and cognitive impairment. Stress [...]
TMJ Headache – Myofascial Pain
If you have a TMJ Headache - Myofascial Pain should be on your radar! Problems with the Temporo-Mandibular Joint (TMJ) cause pain in the face and head. In addition, TMJ disorders (TMJD) can cause myofascial problems AND [...]
The “Core” of Low Back Pain
Low back pain is routinely listed as the largest cause of chronic pain in the US, responsible for more occupational disability than any other cause. This problem has deep roots in modern western lifestyles. Many people have been through [...]
Migraine Headache – Myofascial Therapy
Head and neck pain, nausea, vomiting, sensitivity to light, sound and smells, fatigue and irritability... These are just some of the symptoms of migraine headache. Myofascial trigger point therapy can help!
Cervicogenic Headaches – Trigger Point Therapy
Myofascial Trigger Point referrals from muscles in the neck can cause Cervicogenic Headache Symptoms are similar to tension headaches and migraines. However, cervicogenic headaches often begin in muscles in the upper neck. If you have cervicogenic headache [...]
Chronic Pain-Better Sleep Can Help
Sleep is a natural process when we rest and repair ourselves. In, fact a minimum amount of sleep is needed for survival. However, we need larger amount of sleep to be at our best. Ideally, we don't need to do anything about sleep. Usually, we get tired, we go to bed, sleep all night and wake up the next day feel refreshed.
Headaches and Neck Muscles – Intro
Headaches are often triggered and/or aggravated by a constellation of muscles of the neck that contain taut bands, trigger points and other dysfunctional segments. Understanding the relationships between these muscles helps determine approaches for treatment and as well as [...]
Upper Crossed Syndrome and Chronic Pain
Upper Crossed Syndrome and chronic pain (UCS). The imbalance of four key muscle groups underlies many cases of headache, neck and upper back pain. Upper back and neck pain is epidemic in our culture. It has surpassed [...]
Janet was great. FANTASTIC person who knew how to treat and deal with my conditions. Very informative. Finally, someone who knew what I was talking about.
Really Good
It was interesting, and helpful for my IT band and hip
My experience was wonderful. Janet was very kind and attentive. I felt great after my session and would recommend to try it out.
The lady that assisted me was awesome! I suffer from fibromyalgia and when I left I felt like a brand new person! I plan to return when I get time!
Janet was great - knowledgeable and she found all my "hot spots."
Seriously, if you are looking for massage therapy that actually does your body good--that changes its function for the better and actually makes pain go away--then this is the place you need to come. Not Massage Envy. Not a chiropractor. You need trigger point from knowledgeable experts in the craft.
If your have pain in any part of your body this is the place to go. It focus on the muscles where the pain is. you will feel like a new person. Awesome will be returning. Thanks nice friendly and attentive
amazing!!!
I felt so much better after my appointment. Thank you and thanks for the self care tips!
Experienced therapist. Feel great after appointment...
Highly recommended!
What a great experience. The provider was able to recommend things I can do to improve my pain. Address issues I didn't even share with her that she was able to tell just by her exam and treating me for what i went for. Will be back. Feeling grateful
I spent so much money on chiropractors. This is much better. Everybody should try it out.
Beautiful, relaxing setting. Therapist was knowledgable and professional. I'll be going back. Thank you.
Janet is very informative. I loved that she explained which muscles/groups she was working on. I learned a lot about my posture and why some of my muscles are not activating. She also provided me with a list of considerations and excercises to improve my posture. I will be back!
Janet has a unique gift and talent in trigger point therapy. I’m definitely seeing her again!
I loved my experience. Janet is extremely knowledgeable in a vary wide variety of conditions. She is thorough and attentive. Makes you feel right at home!
It's like an hour of physical therapy (the good parts of P.T. where they massage you and stretch you). She also takes time to explain some ways to help your specific issues. Highly recommend!
Janet is very knowledgeable and informative. She thoroughly explains where you have weakness and what muscles are over compensating. She gives exercises, stretches, or everyday changes you can make to help you are progress on your own. I highly recommend a visit!