matrix point

matrix point

A type of trigger point that is a primary site of local pain, or referred pain located at a distance from the primary site of the pain (e.g., pain in the shoulders or neck muscles that is referred to the head).

matrix point

Neurology A type of trigger point that is a primary site of local pain, or referred pain located at a distance–eg, in the shoulders or neck muscles, from the primary pain–eg, the head. See Bonnie Prudden myotherapy, Trigger point; Cf Satellite point.