Explain the difference between the three variations of trigger point pressure release

Question

What will be an ideal response?

Answer 1

A complete response should include these concepts:
• In both the progressive pressure and the barrier release methods, pressure is applied consistently until the tissues begin to soften and then pressure gradually increases. Both are good for harder knots, less sensitive areas, or more robust clients.
• In the progressive pressure method, the amount of pressure and timing of pressure is mainly based on feedback from the client using a guideline such as the scale of 1–10
• Progressive pressure is often helpful for newer therapists and for clients who may want to be more involved in the therapy
• In the barrier release method, the amount and timing of pressure is based mainly on the therapist palpating and feeling the tension and release in the tissues
• Barrier release is better for clients who may be less likely to speak up on their own.
• Barrier release is better for therapists with very solid palpation skills
• In the intermittent pressure release method, the pressure is released several times during the process.
• The nervous system gets a break from the pressure.
• This is helpful in more painful conditions or for more sensitive clients.
• This method is gentler on the blood vessels