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The Truth About Muscle Knots: What They Are and How to Get Rid of Them

  • peg559
  • May 8
  • 2 min read

You’ve probably felt one before—a tender, tight spot in your shoulder or back that just won’t relax. That’s a muscle knot. Despite the name, it’s not a literal knot in your muscle. It’s a small area of contracted muscle fibers that refuse to let go.


These knots are also known as trigger points. They can form from poor posture, overuse, stress, or sitting too long. When a muscle stays tense, it limits blood flow. That causes waste to build up and triggers pain and tightness.


You might feel a dull ache, soreness, or even a sharp pinch when you press on the area. In some cases, the pain radiates outward and affects nearby muscles.


Here’s how you can treat and prevent muscle knots:


  • Massage: Regular massage therapy helps increase circulation and loosen tight fibers.

  • Stretching: Gentle daily stretches reduce muscle tension and keep you flexible.

  • Heat therapy: A heating pad can boost blood flow and make knots easier to release.

  • Hydration: Dehydrated muscles cramp and tighten more easily.

  • Foam rolling: Self-massage with a foam roller breaks up tight tissue.


If a knot doesn’t go away after a week or two of home care, consider seeing a professional. A licensed massage therapist or physical therapist can help release chronic tension safely.


Don’t ignore the pain or hope it goes away on its own. Muscle knots are your body’s way of asking for relief. Listen to it, treat it, and you’ll move easier and feel better faster.


Jennifer Ferdinand, owner of Serendipity Wellness Studio in Burke, VA, has been practicing massage therapy and esthetics since 2006. She is nationally certified through NCBTMB, and licensed in Virginia for both Massage Therapy and Esthetics.

 
 
 

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