Tag: scalene
Scalene Trigger Points: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
If you’ve ever experienced pain or discomfort in your neck or shoulders, you may be familiar with trigger points. These are tight knots of muscle fibers that can cause pain, weakness, and other symptoms. One area where trigger points commonly occur is in the scalene muscles, a group of three muscles that run from the…
Chest Wall Trigger Points: Causes and Treatment Options
Once I became more familiar with how to diagnose trigger points in my patients, I was surprised at the number of times that patients with chronic chest pain or shoulder pain turned out to be long-time sufferers of chest wall trigger points. If you’re experiencing persistent chest pain, it’s important to seek medical attention immediately,…
Scalene Trigger Points: A Concise Guide to Relief and Management
Scalene trigger points are localized, hypersensitive areas found within your scalene muscles that can cause significant discomfort and pain when activated. Addressing these trigger points is crucial in maintaining proper neck health and function, as well as preventing further complications. This comprehensive guide will provide you with valuable information about the anatomy and function of…
