Myofascial Trigger Points in the back muscles

It is likely the back pain you are suffering from is due to myofascial trigger points in the back muscles.

Myofascial trigger points are knots of muscle in the lower back that can create lots of back pain, and also refer pain into the buttocks and into other areas.

Below you will find advice as to how to deal with this injury – by becoming a member, you can
also access all our video advice.

Remember to have this confirmed by your sports doctor, or sports therapist.

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Follow the information and Video advice below

Myofascial Trigger Points in the back muscles

  • Cut running to a minimum, or stop and cross train, and then make sure you follow the correct protocol for introducing running again (video).
  • Sports taping the trigger point can help (see videos below).
  • Perform the ‘IMPORTANT’ and ‘OPTIONAL’ video advice below.
  • Perform the ‘ESSENTIAL CHECKS’ videos below, which assess if you need orthotics, how stable your hip muscles are (if they are not, then click here),  if there is a difference in your leg lengths, whether you need new shoes, if your core stability is strong enough (if it isn’t, then click here).
  • Ensure you check you are running with good form (click here)
  • Before following the rehabilitation advice, read our treatment precautions.
  • Also, check our Low back warning signs page.
  • Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as ibuprofen help reduce any pain and inflammation.
  • Acupuncture can be very helpful.
  • Ice the trigger points 3-4 times per day for the first few days (see videos below).

Attention!

Myofascial trigger points in the back muscles can mimick disc injury.

Ensure you check with your doctor or sports therapist.