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Break Free from Chronic Pain: Understanding Myofascial Pain Syndrome (MPS)

If you’ve been dealing with persistent, deep, aching pain that doesn’t seem to go away, you may be experiencing Myofascial Pain Syndrome (MPS). This musculoskeletal condition is caused by tight, irritated muscle knots (trigger points) that can lead to localized and referred pain anywhere in the body.

What Does Myofascial Pain Look Like?

Spread beyond the problem area, causing referred pain in the neck, shoulders, back, or limbs
Last for seconds, hours, or even days after being triggered
Increase in intensity when trigger points are irritated or left untreated

How Common is Myofascial Pain?

Studies show that trigger points are a primary source of pain in a large number of patients:

How We Treat MPS:

Trigger Point Dry Needling – Clinically proven to release muscle knots, improve blood flow, and reduce pain.
Targeted Exercises – Stretching, strength training, and range-of-motion exercises help reduce trigger point activity and prevent future pain.
Manual Therapy – Techniques such as pressure release and soft tissue work provide immediate pain relief and improve muscle function.

Success Stories

"Great for myofacial pain. I feel better since I have been going and it is very different than regular physical therapy, because they don't use stretchy bands and pull cords, balls, equipment and the like. They will if your regime calls for it, but this is functional manual therapy. They have to release my myofascial pain, and do trigger point release. The other PT was old school and had no idea what I was even talking about. These people here knew just what to do."

-Babs B.

"I have suffered with hip and back pain for years, have been to many Orthopedic Drs. which have not helped, have had physical therapy and exercise but I should have been going to Orthopedic Physical Therapy, Inc. My medical doctor told me to try them because she had a bad experience with her hip surgery and that Tracey Adler Pt, DPT,OCS,CMTPT did dry needling on her and it was life changing. Well I must say she was so right, they have an incredible team and staff."

-Mary T.

Myofascial Pain - Frequently Asked Questions

What causes trigger points and Myofascial Pain Syndrome?

Trigger points develop due to muscle strain, repetitive movement, or poor posture, leading to tightened, irritated muscle fibers. Some common causes include:

Injury or trauma (such as whiplash or a fall)
Repetitive movements (typing, lifting, running, etc.)
Sustained poor posture (hunched over a desk, looking down at a phone)
Chronic stress or anxiety, leading to muscle tension
Lack of movement or prolonged sitting

How is Myofascial Pain Syndrome different from Fibromyalgia?

Both conditions involve muscle pain, but they are not the same:

MPS is localized, meaning pain is caused by specific trigger points in the muscles.
Fibromyalgia is widespread, affecting the entire body with tender points, fatigue, and sensitivity to touch.
MPS can be effectively treated with manual therapy and dry needling, whereas fibromyalgia requires broader pain management strategies.

Can Myofascial Pain Syndrome go away on its own?

MPS may improve with rest and movement modifications, but chronic or severe cases often require professional treatment to release muscle tightness and prevent long-term pain. Early intervention with physical therapy can speed up recovery and prevent worsening symptoms.

Do I need a referral to start physical therapy for myofascial pain?

In Virginia, you are able to see a physical therapist without a doctor’s referral, thanks to Direct Access laws.

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Don’t let pain hold you back. If you have questions or want to know what treatments are right for you, contact us today to schedule a consultation at our Richmond, VA office. Let’s get you moving again!