Question asked by Shawn Strickland 2503 days ago
Best way to get knots out of back (multiple massages have failed)?
I have trigger points in my rhomboids (among other places) and have tried different massages and no one can get them out. How do I get rid of them and what could be causing the condition?
Thanks
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Answered by Birgitta Lauren
2503 days ago
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Acupuncture, swimming, stretching and change in activities as these seem to be from repetitive actions that may possibly be aggravating past injuries or weaknesses from perhaps an auto accident years ago. It seems a common issue. Also you computer may be at a "wrong level" for your posture. Changing it can help. People at the Relax-a-back store are good at figuring out your perfect office posture (chair/desk/computer level and ratio) .
Answered by Karin Singleton
2498 days ago
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It is difficult to speculate what may cause the condition without an assessment and inquiries about your medical and exercise history.
All the answers above may be possible ways to address your problem. My personal suggestion would be MELT (Myofascial Energetic Length Technique) which works on the fascia. I have seen encouraging results with upper back pain. I must confess, though, I am biased, since I am a MELT instructor.
What I recently did when I had pain that just wasn't budging was a self-assessment. I did with myself what I would do with my clients: take pictures of static and dynamic posture and a video of the gait. As soon as I looked at all of it, I immediately got closer to the possible source. A very few exercises sufficed to determine the possible source of the imbalance, and I am now working on it.
Maybe that would be a way for you to make your own determination.
All the answers above may be possible ways to address your problem. My personal suggestion would be MELT (Myofascial Energetic Length Technique) which works on the fascia. I have seen encouraging results with upper back pain. I must confess, though, I am biased, since I am a MELT instructor.
What I recently did when I had pain that just wasn't budging was a self-assessment. I did with myself what I would do with my clients: take pictures of static and dynamic posture and a video of the gait. As soon as I looked at all of it, I immediately got closer to the possible source. A very few exercises sufficed to determine the possible source of the imbalance, and I am now working on it.
Maybe that would be a way for you to make your own determination.
Answered by Joanne Duncan-Carnesciali
2430 days ago
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Shawn, seems that you are at wits end with your condition. Have you had it properly diagnosed? How do you know for sure it is truly trigger points.
No offense intended, however, after looking at your profile and reading many of your responses, I've learned that you are knowledgeable. Might it be time to go see a doctor?
No offense intended, however, after looking at your profile and reading many of your responses, I've learned that you are knowledgeable. Might it be time to go see a doctor?
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Trigger point injections may be all that works. I had been hit by a car and suffered from the same types of knots in my back. Like you, massage did not work.
Scott
Scott

Answered by Anonymous
2502 days ago
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I have found the Theracane http://www.theracane.com to be most effective for me. It comes with instructions, including a diagram showing common trigger points. For me, my trigger points develop after the muscle is fatigued and/otr overworked.

Answered by JONATHAN WITHERS
2502 days ago
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check out trigger point technologies! www.tptherapy.com
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I am amazed at the answers given! My suggestion, structure determins function and who better than a Chiropractor? besides he can be a beneficial provider. Second, it is your nervous system that is upregulated (sympathetic) untill you can down regulate it, the cycle will continue! Google, Musgrave wellness and performance and learn about (Reflexercise) it treats the problem not the symptom. Good luck!
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Even more important than getting the knots out is not getting the knots in the first place. Move more all day long. Loosen up and stretch at the first sign of a "knot" forming. Take your breaks and move/stretch more than just sit and eat/do nothing. Etc., etc., etc.
When you get the knots, loosen them gently. Being aggressive can work, but it takes time and practice to learn how to aggressively remedy tight muscles and connective tissue adhesions. I would recommend seeing a Physical Therapist, Personal Trainer, your Dr., and get some clearance and advice locally.
When you get the knots, loosen them gently. Being aggressive can work, but it takes time and practice to learn how to aggressively remedy tight muscles and connective tissue adhesions. I would recommend seeing a Physical Therapist, Personal Trainer, your Dr., and get some clearance and advice locally.