Trigger point therapy is a specialized type of myofascial therapy that targets your trigger points — the locations of the origin of your pain. Dr. Vernille will massage the center around your trigger point to ease the pressure. Trigger points are stiff areas in your fascial tissue. They feel like small bumps, nodules or knots in your muscles. Tightened trigger points can restrict your muscle and joint movement. You may have pain at the site of a trigger point or widespread pain throughout your body. Myofascial release therapy may help anyone who has tightness in their fascial tissues. It may benefit people who have experienced physical trauma, scarring, inflammation, compressed nerves, or repetitive stress injuries.