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Middle Traps
Trigger Point Therapy
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Origin | EOP, SP C-7 - T-3 Ligamentum Nuchae |
| Insertion | Lateral 1/3 clavical, Acromion, Spine of Scapula |
| Action | Adduction of Scapula and stablizes Scapula |
| Synergist | Rhomboids |
| Antagonist | Pec Minor |
| Location of TrPt 5/7 | Superior Angle of Scapula |
| Referral of TrPt 5/7 | Between Scapula and Spinous processes, produces goose bumps |
| Location of TrPt 6 | Posterior to the AC joint |
| Referral of TrPt 6 | Aching pain through AC joint |
| Symptoms of TrPt 5 | Burning interscapular Pain |
| Symptoms of TrPt 6 | Local Pain over AC joint |
| Symptoms of TrPt 7 | Shivering & goosebumps on arm |
| Activation | Prolonged arm elevation, stretch weakness, TP5 rounded shoulders/abducted shoulders/weakness, Hold stering wheel at 10&2, Pressure tolerance of shoulder from bra strap or purse |
| Exam | Prone ischemic compression |
| Corrective Actions | Door way stretch, tennis ball |