Trigger points are tension in the muscle fibers. These sports are sensitive areas that often refer pain to other locations. Trigger points are caused by injuries, poor body mechanics, poor posture and stress to name a few.
Depending on where the trigger points are, you can use different tools to help release the tension. You can find trigger point areas with your hands and apply pressure, though tools made for the job come in handy.
One very versatile tool for working your own body is the Thera Cane . It is made of hard plastic, looks some what like a big question mark with a short bar near the base of the cane a second one near the top plus two knobs along the staff.
What I find most effective are tools such as the Thera Cane to reach those hard to get spots like the top of your shoulders and between the shoulder blades. With this tool you can regulate the pressure you need. Usually ten seconds to one minute of pressure will do the trick. You can work these areas many times throughout the day. Remember to breathe while holding these points.
The wooden Knobbie is another great tool. It is great for the hip area. Tennis balls also work well in the hip area. Lie on your side and place the ball under the sensitive area to release the tension.
You can massage your own feet with your hands or roll your foot over a golf ball. Golf and tennis balls work well for smaller areas.
You can find the original Knobbie plus a variety of other affordable therapeutic tools at http://www.pressurepositive.com.
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