​The 60-minute duration allows us to conduct a thorough session, often including an initial assessment, targeted treatment, and time for post-treatment stretching or education.

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​Assessment and Identification: We will first discuss your symptoms and locate the active and latent trigger points through palpation—feeling for taut, tender bands or nodules in the muscle.

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Targeted Pressure: The core technique involves applying sustained, concentrated pressure to the identified trigger points using fingers, knuckles, or elbows. This pressure is often described as intense or a "good pain," as it's therapeutic discomfort, not debilitating pain.

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Duration: Pressure is typically held for 10 to 60 seconds or until the therapist feels the knot begin to release.

Technique Variation: The session may incorporate other modalities like:

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Myofascial Release: Long, slow strokes to stretch the fascia (connective tissue) surrounding the muscles.

​Deep Tissue Strokes: To address general muscle tightness in the surrounding areas.

​Stretching: Gentle passive stretching of the treated muscles to restore their full length.

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Duration Note: Keep in mind that for a 60-minute appointment, the hands-on therapy time is often closer to 50-55 minutes to account for consultation and dressing time.

​This focused approach offers significant health benefits, especially for individuals dealing with persistent muscle discomfort.

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