Releasing Knotty Muscles

Fitness Over 50 | Fitness Tips

Can muscles really get tied in knots?
Yes—but not in the same way a string does.

Muscle "knots" are actually adhesions—tight, overactive muscle fibers that hold excessive tone. These painful trigger points are localized areas where muscles don’t fully release. They create tension, press on nerves, and cause discomfort or referred pain. Long hours at a computer, repetitive motions, and dehydration are all common culprits behind tight, knotty muscles.

What may surprise you is that pain often shows up in a different part of the body than where the knot is. For instance:

• A rotator cuff knot may cause pain in the back of the arm

• Shoulder tightness can refer pain to the neck or head

• Tight chest muscles might even mimic heart attack symptoms

The good news? You can help prevent and reduce these knots through:

• Regular movement and exercise

• A healthy diet and proper hydration

• Frequent breaks from repetitive posture

• Myofascial massage

• Alternating heat and ice packs to improve circulation

If your back and shoulders feel like a stone quarry, your legs are tight, and your arms ache from trigger points, it’s time to do something about it.

Come experience the best massage of your life—tailored to release knots, restore mobility, and bring lasting relief.
📞 Call or text me today at 831-204-0820 to schedule your session.