Portugal—Queijas near Lisbon “Trigger Points & Muscle Stretching Techniques”

A myofascial trigger point is defined as "a hyperirritable spot, usually within a taut band of a skeletal muscle or in the fascia surrounding the muscle.
This is usually painful upon compression and palpation. This can give rise to direct pain, referred pain, tenderness, surrounding spasms, and peripheral entrapment syndromes.

During treatment, perform muscle-relaxation techniques by stretching, using mechanical techniques to release trigger points such as contracted muscles.

Introduction of the Masterclass

PART 1
Trigger Points-TPs

• History of trigger points
• Definition of trigger points
• Muscle knots, muscle spasms, and trigger points – deference and causes
• Cause of trigger points
• Location of trigger points
• Classification of trigger points
• Trigger points Symptoms and treatment
• Contraindications
• When to ask for help!

PART 2
Muscles Stretching Release Techniques

• Palpation
• HIT&TIPS Practice
• Mechanical stretching techniques:
  • Levator Scapula (the mouse muscle)
  • Sternocleidomastoid (SCM)
  • Quadratus Lumborum-QL
  • Psoas
  • Glutes
  • Supinator and extensor
  • Triceps
  • Supraspinatus et Infraspinatus.mov
  • Pear-shaped
  • Vastus medialis, intermedius, and lateralis
  • Adductors
  • Hind leg Ligament group