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# Trigger Point Therapy New York, NY
 »  » **Trigger Point Therapy New York, NY**
**Trigger point therapy is also sometimes called myofascial trigger point therapy. Adding to the confusion, there are two different methods to treating trigger points, those are manual trigger point therapy and dry needling. We offer both methods in our facility and each has their own benefits. But before we dive into the different techniques, it’s key to learn what trigger point therapy is.**
Myofascial trigger points are painful areas in a muscle. These areas become painful because microscopic changes occur in the muscle fibers which cause them to contract or shorten. Multiple contractions in one region can lead to tightness which can prompt poor circulation, inadequate oxygen to the muscles, less nutrients getting to those areas, and poor healing. It also leads to pain and some restriction of movement.
If someone has myofascial trigger points and they’re experiencing pain or limited range of motion, a release through  and/or dry needle therapy can help by:
* Improving blood circulation to that zone
* Stretching the taut or tight band of muscles
* Releasing the surrounding tissues
## What is Dry Needling Physical Therapy
Dry needling physical therapy is a treatment that uses very thin filiform needles to target those myofascial trigger points, in doing so it relieves pain and can improve movement. Dry needling is not acupuncture.
We mentioned that this type of therapy, *trigger point therapy*, often goes by different names, the same is true for dry needling, which is sometimes called intramuscular stimulation. No matter what you call it, small needles are inserted into myofascial trigger points, or areas where adhesions have occurred, they stimulate the area which prompts normal blood flow to return to this “starved” region and flush out the area. This helps your muscles relax and fill with blood, oxygen, and nutrients again. It’s the prick of the dry needle that causes your nerve fibers to release endorphins and prompt this response.
> One of the most common questions is, does dry needling hurt. This depends on the person because some people are more sensitive than others. The needles are incredibly thin so if you do feel it being inserted, the sensation is often less than that of a pin prick.
To be clear, this needle is going into an area that’s already sore, so you may feel it aggravating that area. You may also experience some muscle twitching as blood is restored to the region, which can feel uncomfortable at the time and leave you with a muscle soreness for several days that feels similar to that of over-exercising. Most people rate the pain as very minimal and more along the lines of discomfort and perhaps a muscle ache for the following day or two. But it’s the resulting absence of pain that makes dry needling so effective. It’s a great way to relieve long-term pain symptoms and restricted range of motion.
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So happy to go back running! Thank you for the relief.
**MM**
We got good stretches in, Thank you till next time.
**EQ**
## What is Manual Trigger Point Physical Therapy
Now that you understand what’s involved in dry needle therapy, it’s easier to understand manual *trigger point physical therapy*. The best way to think of it is as a trigger point massage. No needles are inserted into those painful myofascial trigger points, instead, targeted massage is used to relieve tight muscles and break up adhesions.
Instead of a traditional massage, this technique targets those specific points and goes to work breaking up the scar tissue. The massage then extends through the muscle and other involved fascia with significant pressure to provide as much release as possible. Many people do report this technique as painful, some call it a good pain.
The main reason to pursue this type of physical therapy is that it’s extremely effective and can relieve pain that’s been an issue for a long time and seemed to have no other cure. It’s also a way to speed up recovery from surgery or an injury and correct muscular imbalances. There are many benefits to be realized through trigger point therapy, most importantly, it can lead to resuming your daily activities and enjoying life more without pain.
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## Benefits of Trigger Point Therapy
If you’re considering trigger point therapy, the best way to get ahead of chronic pain and disability is to act promptly and begin treatment. The benefits of trigger point therapy are vast and can include:
* Reduced muscle tension
* Improved range of motion
* Improved flexibility
* Reduced or eliminated pain
* Better posture
* No medications (over the counter or prescribed) are necessary
* No side effects, except possible muscle soreness
* Improved blood circulation and delivery of oxygen and nutrients
* Natural endorphin release
One thing that our patients really enjoy about trigger point therapy is not a benefit from the therapy specifically but it’s that the treatments don’t waylay their day. We treat busy patients in the heart of New York City and the Wall Street district. Trigger point therapy can be scheduled over a lunch break and have you back in the office for the second half of the day without any downtime.
## Book Your Physical Therapy Appointment Now at Physical Therapists NYC
To recover from your pains faster and to rediscover what it means to have your range of motion returned, connect with . We’re here to give you a solution to your limitations and bring you long-term pain-free relief with the fastest treatment plan possible. Our trained team of physical therapy experts is led by medical doctors to ensure the best care possible.
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We specialize in treating busy professionals at Physical Therapists NYC, mainly because we are in the heart of the business district. Our downtown location makes it convenient for people who work in the city and on Wall Street to find the time to be seen for care and to have minimal down time in their day. To better accommodate your schedule, we have early morning and evening hours. It should be noted, those are very popular time slots, so we suggest scheduling today to ensure you get the time you want.
In our office, we feature some of the best state-of-the art diagnostic tools available and a well-appointed, full gym for your workouts and exercises. Having the latest and the best technology leads to a faster recovery with less setbacks along the way. We also put a lot of stock in our physical therapy staff, making sure that we have top-rated therapists who are leaders in their field. Your health care is our priority.
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Page Updated on Nov 15, 2024 by Physical Therapists NYC
Dr. Hetarth Kapadia is a licensed physical therapist that has extensive experience working with orthopedic, neurological, and cardiovascular patients, bringing a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the practice.
Dr. Hetarth Kapadia received his Bachelor's degree in physical therapy from S.B.B. College Of Physiotherapy and his Master's degree in Kinesiology from California Baptist University, Riverside, California, with a major in Exercise Science.
Dr. Hetarth is now pursuing his Doctorate in Physical Therapy at Touro College in New York. Before becoming a part of our practice, he worked in New York at various outpatient clinics where he dealt with patients with musculoskeletal and orthopedic disorders.
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# Trigenics Therapy in New York, NY
 »  » **Trigenics Therapy in New York, NY**
Trigenics therapy is a muscular and neurological treatment provided at  to deliver immediate results. With a focus on aiding patients who are suffering from pain and limited movement, trigonous treatment combines three separate therapies into one, that’s where the prefix tri comes from. Those three therapies include:
* Neurogenic, resistive exercise
* Myogenic, muscle nerve sensor manipulation
* Autogenics, biofeedback breathing
> Pulling three different techniques together and creating one approach makes this a multi-modal procedure and it has been found to be an extremely effective method of relieving pain and improving range of motion. Not only that, but by marrying these three methods together the end results are more long-lasting than they would have been if performed on their own.
## How Does Trigenics Therapy Work
During a visit to Physical Therapists NYC for trigenics therapy, you’ll have treatments applied to your muscle nerve sensors while doing specific resistance exercises and practicing biofeedback breathing techniques. That’s it in a nutshell, but it sounds very confusing, so we’ll break it down.
Trigenics begins with something called myoneural mapping, which identifies abnormal muscle signaling patterns in the body using muscle strength and length testing procedures. When you’ve suffered an injury, your brain and body no longer communicate as they used to, and you develop neurological inhibition. This eventually leads to a sort of coping between the brain and the body where messages are sent and received but not as effectively or efficiently as they should be. This can lead to weakness, pain, imbalance, and dysfunctional motion, and athletes tend to see a decrease in their performance.
Once these neurological inhibition spots are located, the patient becomes an active member in their own therapy. This is a big plus for many patients, especially athletes who like to control their bodies. The  and the patient will work together with the therapist providing muscle nerve sensor manipulation while the patient does resistive exercises and uses biofeedback breathing. The body responds to this approach in a combination of ways that trigger the brain/body communication pathway. This can create new and effective pathways or it can repair the original pathway and lead to restored movement and function.
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## Who Benefits from Trigenics Physical Therapy
Trigenics is still fairly new, as far as the world of physical therapy is concerned anyway. This is why it’s not often thought of as an initial approach for treating illness, injuries, and pain. The fact that it’s not usually a first course of treatment doesn’t mean it shouldn’t be. In fact, we’ve found, at Physical Therapists NYC, that it can be a very effective option for a variety of conditions including:
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* Athletes and transgenics
* Trigenics for rehabilitation patients and 
* Patients with anxiety and other stress-related trigenics
* Trigenics for respiratory patients
* Neurological patients and transgenics
As you can see, transgenics isn’t just focused on patients who have physical ailments or injuries to their muscles. It’s an approach to using physical therapy in some new arenas that is showing considerable success and positive benefits for patients.
If you’re looking to experience the benefits of trigenics, then your best option is to connect with Physical Therapists NYC. At Physical Therapists NYC, we’re here to give you a solution to your limitation and bring you long-term pain-free relief with the most effective treatment plan possible. Our trained team of physical therapy experts is led by medical doctors to ensure your care is delivered with experience and scientific backing.
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