The gluteus maximus is a powerful and important muscle for various daily activities such as standing, walking, running, jumping, and lifting. It has three distinct portions: the upper, middle, and lower fibers. Each portion plays a specific role in hip extension, abduction, and rotation.
Trigger points are areas of hyperirritability within a muscle that can cause pain, discomfort, and referral patterns in other parts of the body. The gluteus maximus muscle can develop trigger points that can cause pain and discomfort in the buttock, lower back, and upper thigh areas.
The trigger points in the gluteus maximus muscle are commonly found in the upper outer quadrant of the muscle, just below the iliac crest. They can also be found in the middle of the muscle, near the sacrum, and in the lower part of the muscle, near the hamstring attachment.
Trigger points in the gluteus maximus muscle can be caused by a variety of factors such as overuse, poor posture, muscle imbalances, or direct trauma. Symptoms of trigger points in this muscle may include aching or burning pain in the buttock or lower back, pain or discomfort when sitting, and pain or tightness in the hip or thigh areas.
Treatment for trigger points in the gluteus maximus muscle may involve manual therapy techniques such as trigger point release, massage, or dry needling. Stretching and strengthening exercises can also be helpful in preventing the development of trigger points and promoting healing.
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00:00 - Intro
00:10 - The Gluteus Maximus Muscle
01:00 - Gluteus Maximus Trigger Points
