Thus, it is suggested that MTrPs will be overlap the innervation zone (IZ). The purpose of this work was to describe the location of MTrPs and the IZ in the right upper trapezius. Methods ...

The nerve then innervates the sternocleidomastoid and trapezius muscles. Individual differences in trapezius innervation likely account for the variable clinical presentation of spinal accessory ...

The trapezius, trapezoid, or traps muscle is a muscle in the upper back. It stabilizes the shoulders and enables the neck to move. Certain stretches can help ease pain and keep movement flexible.

What Is the Trapezius Muscle? Trapezius muscles are large, paired, triangular muscles in the back of your neck and upper back. They extend down your back, but they’re mostly involved in the ...

The trapezius is a large band of muscles across the back, shoulders, and neck. Trigger points are raised spots along a band of muscle. They can be caused by exercise, inactivity, or poor posture ...

Patients had to meet the following inclusion criteria: mechanical neck pain, neck pain history lasting more than 3 months, an active or latent MTrP in the right upper trapezius. Exclusion criteria ...