Trigger Point Therapy

Burnaby Metrotown & Coquitlam Square

Trigger point therapy is a focused, therapeutic technique used to treat tight, sensitive knots within muscles that refer pain to other parts of the body. These “trigger points” can develop from stress, posture, overuse, injuries, or repetitive movements—and often cause lingering tension, restricted motion, or discomfort that radiates into surrounding areas.

At Motion Pro Health, our Registered Massage Therapists use precise, hands-on methods to identify and release trigger points, helping reduce pain, restore mobility, and improve overall well-being.

Burnaby – Metrotown
Coquitlam – Coquitlam Square
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What Is Trigger Point Therapy?

A trigger point is a tight band or knot within a muscle that can refer pain to other areas—often creating headaches, neck tension, shoulder pain, back discomfort, or hip tightness. These points may feel tender to touch and can restrict normal muscle function.

Trigger point therapy involves applying steady, targeted pressure to these knots while guiding the muscle through gentle release and relaxation. The goal is to restore normal muscle length, improve circulation, and reduce the referral patterns that cause pain elsewhere.

This technique is especially helpful for people who experience repeated tension in the same areas, stiffness from prolonged sitting, athletic overuse, or pain that returns despite stretching.

How Trigger Point Therapy Helps

Trigger points can change the way muscles function, creating compensation patterns and contributing to chronic pain. Releasing these points can bring meaningful changes to movement and comfort.

Many clients notice:

  • Reduced muscular tension and soreness
  • Improved mobility and muscle responsiveness
  • Relief from local and referred pain patterns
  • Better circulation in the affected tissues
  • A greater sense of relaxation and ease
  • Support for daily posture, exercise, and movement

Trigger point therapy is often combined with deep tissue massage, myofascial release, or stretching for a more comprehensive treatment experience.

What to Expect During Your Session

Your RMT will begin by asking about your symptoms, movement patterns, work habits, and activities. They will locate trigger points through careful palpation and assess how they relate to your discomfort.

During treatment, the therapist applies sustained pressure to the trigger point using their hands, thumbs, or elbows. Pressure is adjusted to your comfort level. You may feel the muscle release, soften, or refer pain briefly to another area—this is a normal part of the process.

Your therapist may also provide home care suggestions such as stretches, heat therapy, or simple mobility exercises to help maintain the benefits between sessions.

Why Choose Motion Pro Health for Trigger Point Therapy

Our Registered Massage Therapists are trained in identifying and treating trigger points with precision and care. At our Burnaby Metrotown and Coquitlam Square clinics, you’ll experience a calm, modern environment and a patient-centered approach focused on your comfort and long-term wellness.

We take the time to understand your symptoms, lifestyle, and goals, ensuring your treatment is personalized and effective. Whether you’re dealing with work-related tension, athletic strain, or chronic pain patterns, trigger point therapy can play an important role in your recovery.

Scientific Articles & Research

Myofascial Trigger Points & Pain Patterns — NIH / National Library of Medicine
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30624204/

Trigger Point Therapy & Muscle Function — NIH / National Library of Medicine
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7217673/

Manual Therapy for Myofascial Pain — Journal of Manipulative & Physiological Therapeutics
https://www.jmptonline.org/

Soft Tissue Techniques for Muscle Tension — Frontiers in Medicine
https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/medicine/articles/10.3389/fmed.2021.697986/full

Massage Therapy & Chronic Pain Relief — NIH / National Library of Medicine
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39008297/

These sources support the role of targeted manual therapy—including trigger point release—in reducing pain, improving mobility, and relieving muscular tension.