What Are Muscle Knots?

Stretching 

The first step to managing muscle knots is to properly stretch the area. Stretching helps to loosen the muscles and increase blood flow to the area, which in turn helps them heal faster. 

Be sure to stretch gently, without jerking or bouncing as this can actually make the pain worse. 

Hot and cold packs

You may also want to try heat or cold therapy, depending on your level of discomfort and personal preference. 

Heat helps to relax the muscles while cold helps reduce inflammation and numb the area so it's easier to move. 

Massage

Along with stretching and heat/cold therapy, massage is an excellent way to work out the knots in your muscles. 

Applying pressure with fingertips or a massage tool (such as a foam roller) helps to break up the built-up tension in the affected area. 

In addition, self-massage is a great way to keep your muscles relaxed and tension-free on a regular basis. 

By taking these steps, you can effectively manage and prevent muscle knots at home – so you can get back on track fast!

Professional help

Finally, if muscle knots continue to bother you or come back frequently, it may be due to something more chronic such as poor posture or physical imbalance. 

In these cases, it's best to seek professional advice from a qualified Osteopath who can identify and treat the underlying causes of muscle knots. 

Why an Osteopath?

When it comes to treating and preventing muscle knots, osteopathy is highly effective. Osteopathic techniques realign the knots by restoring relaxed muscle conditions in the body. 

By working on the soft tissues surrounding the knot, osteopaths can reduce underlying factors that contribute to the development of the knot itself. 

When the knot releases, it allows for optimal flow of blood and nutrients back into the area. This results in increased range of motion and improved function.

Luckily, osteopathy can help provide relief from these bothersome knots.