Why Choose Us?
At
the
Institute of Trigger Point Therapy
we take
great pride in helping people who are unable to
find significant pain relief via traditional means.
We offer very effective treatments in an informal,
personal setting. We know your time is important,
so we do not overbook patients. If you call to book
an appointment, you will speak to Dr. Perry
herself, so that she can answer any questions you
may have before you schedule an appointment. Below
is a description of our clinical services and some
frequently asked questions.
What
to Expect
Dr. Perry practices a
system of clinical bodywork, that she developed,
called Clinical Trigger Point Therapy. The essence
of the system is to allow the patient's pain to
direct the treatment. In this manner, each clinical
session is customized to the individual patient.
This is achieved by constant interaction and
feedback between the Dr. Perry and the patient. A
typical clinical treatment consists of the
following components:
- A
brief history (or update) of the patient's pain
is discussed.
- Based
on this information, Dr. Perry will begin
examining the patient for common trigger
points.
- During
this process, the patient is asked to give
constant feedback as to the location and severity
of their pain. This will aid Dr. Perry in quickly
finding the responsible trigger
points.
- This
process is not a test of the patient's pain
tolerance, the patient is is control of the
pain's intensity at all times. Dr. Perry will
elicit only enough pain to guide the
treatment.
General
Details
- Dr.
Perry provides all clinical services.
- A
clinical session generally lasts from 25-40
minutes.
- Trigger
Point Therapy consists of hands-on "pressure
point" type of massage and specialized stretching
techniques.
- The
joint manipulation component of the treatment is
either traditional Chiropractic manipulation or a
Soft tissue release type of manipulation for
those patients who would prefer not to receive
traditional Chiropractic
manipulation.
- All
work is done with the patient's clothes
on.
- Each
treatment is customized to the patient's
individual needs.
- Most
acute pain disorders typically take 1-3
treatments to achieve lasting pain relief. If the
pain is a chronic condition, it may take 4-8
treatments to achieve lasting pain
relief.
- After
a session you should expect to feel looser and
more relaxed (reduced muscle tension). Though it
is likely that your pain will be significantly
reduced after a session, in some acute pain
situations it may take several hours for the
involved muscles to relax and provide significant
pain relief.
Payment
-
Price per session is
$75
- Forms
of payment accepted are Cash or Check. (No Credit
Cards accepted)
- Dr.
Perry does not accept Insurance, but she will
provide an itemized billing record for you to
make a reimbursement claim.
- Call
(713) 962-4934 to
make an appointment.