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Best for targeting hard-to-reach places: Wahl Deep Tissue Percussion Therapeutic Massager | Skip to review An extendable power cord makes it easier for people to access parts of the body that may otherwise be difficult to reach.

Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs): Over-the-counter NSAIDs, such as ibuprofen or naproxen, can help reduce pain and inflammation associated with Piriformis Syndrome. However, it is important to consult a healthcare professional before using any medication.Scar tissues will start to build up layer by layer until forming compact adhesions, known as taut bands, and within these tight fibers are the trigger points or the muscle knots. These will restrict movements, causing tightness and pain. The same thing happens when engaging in sports and sustaining a muscle injury. Muscle tears are repaired by the formation of scar tissues and muscle knots in the taut bands around the injured area, causing the affected muscle to shorten. These tiny spots of adhesions are fixed in a contracted state, contributing to the tensed nature of the muscle. Trigger point injections: Trigger point injections may be recommended by a Doctorl to help relieve muscle pain and tension.

Science update — Cited evidence of poor correlation between hip pain and radiographic signs of arthritis ( Kim etal). Healthline has strict sourcing guidelines and relies on peer-reviewed studies, academic research institutions, and medical associations. We avoid using tertiary references. You can learn more about how we ensure our content is accurate and current by reading our editorial policy. Arthritis is another common scapegoat, but this diagnosis is rarely correct, even in many aging people: most signs of arthritis (on X-ray) are not associated with any pain, and most people who have hip pain definitely do not have arthritis — only 9–15% according to one large study. 3 Most hip pain is something else, and muscle pain is a strong candidate, especially when there is no other clear diagnosis. Overuse or injury: Repetitive strain or trauma to the Gluteal muscles can cause deep tissue inflammation and pain.bursitis, a condition where fluid-filled sacs for cushioning your joints become inflamed and painful The exact cause of piriformis syndrome is not always clear, but it can be due to overuse, repetitive strain, or trauma to the muscle, as well as poor posture or gait. Other factors that may contribute to the development of piriformis syndrome include muscle imbalances, spinal problems, or sports-related injuries. Athletes most often rely on sports massage as their go-to treatment for many muscular or myofascial pain. Many beneficial effects have been reported, including both physical and psychological. Depending on the technique used, the following are some of the benefits of sports massage:

One trigger point therapy treatment completely relieved a nasty stubborn hip pain that I'd had for five months! Decreased or increased neurological excitability of the nerves (depending on the type of manual technique) This corded massager provides rapid percussive deep tissue massage, with up to 3,250 PPM. Users can adjust the speed dial and intensity. Bewyer DC, Bewyer KJ. Rationale for treatment of hip abductor pain syndrome. Iowa Orthop J. 2003;23:57–60. PubMed14575251❐

A life lived mostly on the flat and stable surfaces of a city offers little challenge to them, so they are weak and easily exhausted by weekend skiing trips, a walk on the soft sand of a beach, or really anything that requires more balancing than usual. The combination of chronic mild weakness with erratic stressful challenges may be the reason they tend to get polluted with trigger points. And this is all just an educated guess. It’s unknown why individual trigger points come and go. I discuss the trouble with running on flat surfaces in Is Running on Pavement Risky?. In-person massage therapy: A visit to a professional massage therapist will likely provide the best results. However, this option is typically more expensive and less convenient than at-home massage using a massage device. Allan Saltzman’s simple but sturdy “spinal rollers,” built for the spine but recommended here for the side of the hip. Available at YogaTools.com. The NCCIH notes that receiving a massage from a trained massage therapist is generally safe. However, the safety of self-massage using massage devices is less clear.