The trapezius (casually referred to as “traps”) is the diamond-shaped, paired muscle that spans the upper back, shoulders, and neck. It is responsible for moving the shoulder blades, supporting the head, and controlling posture. It is a superficial muscle (situated just below the skin) that is essential for shrugging, lifting the arms, and stabilizing the spine. Traps are highly vulnerable to injury because of their constant, daily use, which leads them to be frequently overstressed by poor posture (hunching), chronic overuse from repetitive motions, or sudden trauma like whiplash related to a motor vehicle accident or incident. A strained trapezius muscle can prevent an individual from comfortably lifting arms overhead, rotating the head/neck, driving, carrying heavy items, or even sitting at a desk for long periods. With strain resulting in limited weight-bearing use, weakness ensues, which contributes to a vicious cycle of poor posture that causes the shoulders to sag or round forward, creating tension headaches, and further reducing one’s ability to lift or shrug the shoulders properly.
As someone seeking trapezius strain treatment you are more than familiar with the impact it can have on both your fitness regime and daily life. The good news is that you’re here at Absolute PhysioCare in Burnaby BC. Call 604.558.2273 to book an appointment right away, or read ahead first for more information.
Overview of Absolute PhysioCare Trapezius Strain Treatment Services in Burnaby BC
Trapezius Strain Treatment Through Physical Therapy
Physical therapy for a trapezius strain reduces pain, restores range of motion, and prevents future injury through targeted exercises, posture correction, and manual techniques. Importantly, it addresses the root cause of the strain – often poor posture or overuse – by strengthening the upper back and neck muscles.
Trapezius Strain Treatment Through Chiropractic Care
Chiropractors help with trapezius strain by reducing pain and improving mobility through a combination of manual spinal adjustments and posture correction. They address both the muscle spasms and underlying joint restrictions in the neck or upper back that often cause the strain.
Trapezius Strain Treatment Through Massage Therapy
Massage therapy helps with trapezius strain by reducing muscle tension, increasing blood circulation, and releasing tight knots, which improves neck and shoulder mobility while reducing pain. It aids in breaking down myofascial adhesions, decreases muscle guarding, and improves posture to prevent future injury.
Trapezius Strain Treatment Through Acupuncture and Dry Needling
Acupuncture and dry needling help relieve strain in the traps by targeting muscle trigger points to release chronic tension, improve blood circulation, and reduce pain sensitivity. Dry needling triggers a localized twitch response that relaxes muscle knots, while both therapies reduce nervous system sensitivity to alleviate pain.
All of the above treatments are team member specializations at our Burnaby BC clinic. Connect to us today to schedule an assessment and your first session.
FASTER RECOVERY FROM TRAPEZIUS STRAIN
(Burnaby area residents)