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Painless Trigger Point in Playa Del Rey

4.8 (26) 211 Culver Blvd, Playa Del Rey, CA 90293, United States

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Pain control clinic
Massage therapist
Physical fitness program
Sports massage therapist

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Playa Del Rey, Los Angeles County, California, US

Phone: +1 310-930-5884
Site: http://painlesstriggerpoint.com/

Opening hours

Monday:1–5 PM
Tuesday:1–5 PM
Wednesday:1–5 PM
Thursday:1–5 PM
Friday:1–5 PM
Saturday:Closed
Sunday:Closed

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Total reviews rating 4.8

26 Reviews for Painless Trigger Point 2024:

Review №1

2024-06-12 13:51:13

If you’re reading this review, you’re probably also seeing a bunch of others like it. And they’re all saying one thing: if you experience chronic pain that could be in any way linked to muscle tightness, PLEASE do yourself a favor and book at least one appointment with Raj. If it’s muscle-based, I promise that you’ll find at least some relief, potentially after just a singular appointment.I came to Raj desperate after over 15 years of chronic migraines and neck tightness. After my first treatment, a medication-resistant migraine that I’d been having for the last 2 weeks was gone without a trace. After the second appointment, my husband exclaimed that he had never felt my neck muscle so loose in our entire 10 years together.I’ve tried various medications, acupuncturists, physical therapists, chiropractors, and neurologists, but Raj and his Nydoo Technique has them all beat!

Review №2

2023-08-30 00:05:31

Raj has been amazing in the short time Ive started seeing him for trigger point therapy. He is meticulously thorough in his work of finding the source of the problem. Ive noticed an improvement in not only the symptoms initially came in with but also with lingering injuries that Ive grown accustomed to. He teaches a whole body approach and is more than happy to share his knowledge so that you can practice at home.

Review №3

2023-06-21 03:01:59

My husband stumbled on Mr. Raj by Providence’s arrangement. I have been suffering from abdominal pain for a few years now, ending in the ER every 6 months where they’ll give me morphin, test me for blockages and send me home. We had different theories for the cause of the pain without coming to a real solution. So I thought let me give Raj a try. Painless trigger massage therapy is really painless. I didn’t scream through the massage as I usually do. After the treatment I felt so light. My pain was gone! That night, I slept so good and for the first time in my life I woke up without a tinge of tiredness and pain. I am so grateful that we found Raj. The best thing still is that he also teaches you how to remain painless with his self healing techniques which I am very much looking forward to! I am already recommending him to all my friends!

Review №4

2020-12-07 19:43:49

I originally went to Raj for treatment for whiplash related migraines. I had previously tried going to a chiropractor, a masseuse, and stretching but to no avail. My migraines were resolved within only two visits but I continued to visit Raj for a couple months to work on various back, neck and shoulder issues. These were injuries from many years ago that I had given up on resolving but were fixed within a month of treatment. His work is that effective. I left Rajs care to return to my very physically demanding job feeling better than I have in a long time. My shoulder stability issues were resolved and I had full range of motion and flexibility in my joints.Raj is a very thorough and knowledgeable therapist and is incredibly kind and invested in your care. He will also teach you how to treat yourself and what lifestyle changes you can make to prevent future overuse injuries. Raj is one of a kind!

Review №5

2022-07-18 22:13:46

I have had back issues from a car accident for the past seven months. I’ve done physical therapy, seen a chiropractor, and have done everything in my power to get better, but I still had tightness in my back. I discovered Raj through the power of google and I wish I would’ve searched sooner. Even after one session, my back felt leaps and bounds better than it has felt in months. I wasn’t sure what to expect before I met Raj, but it was definitely worth while.

Review №6

2023-04-21 19:42:19

I went to Raj for help with pain relief for a herniated disc. He was very professional, helpful and accomodating. As a physical therapist I knew that Raj understood the body well and how to help with the healing process. Thank you Raj for helping me get relief from the herniated disc in my back and tight muscles so I can enjoy my vacation in CA!

Review №7

2020-01-27 00:03:45

I have been searching for relief for my back pain for years. Ive been to massage therapists and chiropractors, but the relief Ive gotten was only temporary. I was in so much constant pain that I felt like a different person. I found Raj after learning about trigger point therapy and it only took one treatment to see dramatic results that have lasted! Its like magic that I didnt think was possible after so many years of pain and stiffness. Its like my back has been reset! I dont slouch as much anymore and have much more range of movement. Raj is absolutely amazing and I would recommend his practice to anyone who thinks they cant find relief. Being pain free is possible!

Review №8

2020-02-14 05:10:05

Wow! Raj is truly a one-of-a-kind, incredible practitioner. Knowledgeable, highly skilled, super invested, and constantly creative in his approach. Raj has gone far, far beyond what I expected and I don’t know where I’d be if I hadn’t found him. Raj really takes the time to treat me as an individual and offers customized solutions based on my unique circumstances. He thrives on taking on a big challenge, and figuring out how to help in any way possible. If you are experiencing persistent, debilitating pain I highly recommend that you meet with him.When I first came to Raj seven months ago I was in a massive amount of pain and discomfort; I was suffering from a series of repetitive stress injuries to my upper back, neck, elbow and wrist due to working as a professional artist and drawing long hours on a computer and digital drawing tablet. I was in so much pain that I had to stop working, and felt devastated at the prospect of not being able to draw anymore. I had tried every solution that I was aware of, but nothing seemed to help; instead, my condition only grew worse.Raj immediately got to work on my upper body, treating muscles that had been traumatized and tightened from overuse. He systematically works region to region, using highly focused trigger point massage therapy to lengthen and restore muscle tissue. Each week he varies his treatment based on the symptoms that I experience in the days prior, and he adjusts his treatments in response. Raj carefully studies all relevant information about the way that I work in order to diagnose and give customized advice; I send him regular symptom updates as well as photos and videos of my posture while working throughout the week. He’s meticulous and observant, and his insights have been invaluable; they’ve helped me approach the way that I draw in a whole new (and much healthier and more sustainable way). In addition to the treatments that he personally administers, Raj has patiently taught me how to self treat my own trigger points, as well as teach me targeted stretching exercises and proper breathing technique while working.I’m still currently working with Raj to improve, and still actively recovering and regaining the full ability to work on the computer/drawing tablet again, but Raj has given me a road map for recovery; we’ve been able to make a lot of progress. He has been there every step of the way and I’m so deeply grateful for his help and support. If you are experiencing pain and are looking for help, Raj is a truly incredible resource. He is so passionate about his craft and about truly helping people; I couldn’t recommend him more highly.

Review №9

2019-12-04 03:25:40

After meeting with Raj my neck feels better than it has since I can remember. I have a hard time believing in body work because I have gone to chiropractors, acupuncturists, and massage therapists and have never had anywhere near lasting results. Most of the time my neck will feel better immediately after the treatment but by the end of the night I am in pain again. So when I found Raj online I have to be honest that I had the same skepticism. I was more than pleasantly surprised when I left my first treatment and my neck literally felt no pain. It felt light and relaxed. Something it never feels. These results lasted a long time which was the even more of a pleasant surprise. The next time I met with Raj I had the same experience. I am so glad I finally found someone who can solve my neck problem. I honestly did not know if it was possible!

Review №10

2020-02-12 04:01:35

I’m so happy with my experience with Raj. He has taken away a lot of my pain. I’m a musician who also bakes and does lots of computer work. I use my hands and arms a lot. I had pain in my hand for over a year and a half and saw many specialists and tried many different therapies. Raj’s painless trigger point therapy is the only thing that helps. After two sessions I felt better than I had in year and a half. Almost completely back to normal. I tired normal message therapy. It did nothing. I highly recommend trying Raj. I was ready to give up on ever feeling normal again before I found Raj. He truly helped me. And he really listens and tailors each session to your specific problem. I drive all the way out here from the SG valley so you know it must make a difference for me.

Review №11

2021-03-17 17:58:05

Hiii, I am extremely happy to have found someone (Raj) that has a passion to help & treat himself & others. He has over 20 years of personal experience treating himself, as well as others. Raj has a lot of hands on experience treating trigger points, migraines, muscle aches, muscle tightness, trauma, and much more. A little bit about myself, I am 25 years old & I have had on & off tension & tightness in my left upper back for almost 10 years on & off constantly. My back tightness caused me to be more irritable with others, always in a bad mood, unresponsive, and almost ready to give up on daily life. I personally found him online after doing a lot of research to find someone to help me heal my upper back tension, aka trigger points. These points, require gentle, and cautious care by the right, experienced person. If you have unresolved headaches, muscle pain, etc. I definitely recommend you have a consultation with Raj, where you guys will discuss step by step your own personal options for treatment. After just 1 day of treatment, I feel a huge weight lifted off my back. I will continue to work with Raj & I recommend everyone/anyone to give him a call or message him through his webpage. Thank you !

Review №12

2023-04-26 01:15:02

At 64, and a former competitive athlete, I feel like I know a thing or two about my body, and its healing process. Like a lot of other reviewers, Ive had limited success through the years with a variety of healing modalities. The thing that sets Raj, and the Nydoo Technique, apart, is the man himself. Ive never met anyone, with few exceptions, who is more curious, in general, about how the physical body works, and its affect on, and interaction with, our psychological, and spiritual, well being, and vice versa. His own journey of transformation is incredible. And his five-step process, and ability to simplify the treatment down into just a couple of words, is remarkable. I felt seen, engaged, and healed during my treatment. And I cant wait to go back. Do yourself a favor and book an appointment today!

Review №13

2019-02-06 03:18:51

If you are suffering with pain that seems to be muscle-related in origin, suffer no longer! Pick up the phone and call Raj. It may seem overdramatic to say this, but I think other people who have experienced chronic pain will understand it when I say that I really feel like Raj saved my life by freeing me from pain.When I hurt my back over a year ago, I was really in bad shape. My story is a familiar one: I hurt my back badly, and no matter what my doctor and physical therapists recommended, the condition just got worse and worse. I couldnt sleep. I couldnt sit for very long. My back hurt so much that I couldnt stop thinking about it. There was this constant looping soundtrack in my head: My back hurts. My back hurts. My back hurts.... It was mentally draining, and was getting me depressed. I had every test at the imaging lab. I went to 3 weeks of physical therapy. I did stretches every evening for a month. At the end of all of that, I was still in constant pain.I thank God for the day that I found Raj after googling cures for back pain in pure desperation. I appreciated how quickly Raj called me after my initial email, acknowledging that he knew I was in pain, and needed help. Raj takes your treatment very seriously- something I could tell right from that initial phone call. His treatments set your muscles on the path to becoming healthy again, but he will be the first to tell you that he cannot do it alone. You have to be serious about doing whatever work you need to do to get well. One of the things you will need to do, is send Raj a symptom report before each appointment to let him know how your condition is, where exactly your pain is, what things are aggravating it, etc. This is not a simple massage you are going in for. This is a focused scientific approach for which Raj needs to gather data from you about your condition so that he best knows how to treat it.Even though Raj had successfully treated my back within two months (of weekly appointments) and I am joyfully pain-free, I still choose to go to Raj every two months or so. I have learned a lot from Raj and from what I went through last winter. I listen to what my body is trying to tell me, much more than I ever did before. I appreciate the value of daily gentle stretching and understand the concepts of muscle tension and tightness and their ability to build into problems bigger than you could ever have thought they could be, and for that reason, I happily go to Raj for occasional polishing. After all, who wants to settle for just pain-free?

Review №14

2017-10-19 19:36:29

PAIN-FREE! That was the term Raj used to describe our goal-state during our first session. It was an audacious one!I had spent months trying to discover the root of my debilitating headaches. The related anxiety was soul crushing.I had been reduced to a pulp.I had always felt strong physically healthy. Why was I now suffering?In the months leading up to my first session with Raj at Painless Trigger Point...I had consulted with top pain specialists, ENTs, neurologists, pharmacists, and dental professionals. I had had numerous tests. I had spent many thousands of dollars, out-of-pocket, in desperate attempts to find relief from my pain.I had worked with massage therapists, acupuncturists, and with various other homeopaths - including another trigger point therapist.Overall, the professionals I visited seemed exceptionally capable and struck me as well-meaning! Unfortunately, their assessments of my condition seemed narrowly focused - stunted by their specialties. The time they allotted for diagnosis generally seemed insufficient.They quickly diagnosed me with various incurable conditions. I was then prescribed medications - medications that pharmacists delivered but advised me not to take, due to their dangerous side effects.I was despondent....then, I found Raj!From my first encounter with Raj, it was obvious that he was truly motivated to be a partner to me.I experienced Raj as humble, uncommonly curious about my condition, and as brutally honest about what it would take for us to make progress. I felt he cared. I do one thing. I restore muscle tissue. I cant fix you alone! I can partner with you and support you in your healing, but only if you truly take responsibility for your condition and for your recovery. You will be pain free. Raj did a very thorough assessment of my condition. He then continued to reassess my condition during the entire course of my treatment. He wanted to learn about me, and to get it right.After feeling some initial relief, I doubled my session frequency with Raj. He used his unique methods to help us to co-identify and validate the constellation of trigger points that most needed treatment. We made progress!He not only treated me physically, but acknowledged that some of the physical pain I felt actually had emotional roots.Raj was uncommonly open minded. When we encountered such emotionally-rooted hurdles, Raj was enthusiastic and pragmatic about engaging with me on those levels as well.Get to know what threatens you emotionally. As you do, the things you experience as large threats will begin to seem smaller and less menacing to you. You may even grow to love them. Over time, my pain continued to diminish. Our consistent work was paying off.A key to our progress was that Raj was not afraid of my pain. He took my pre-treatment reports seriously, engaged with me to discuss them, and tailored my treatment as needed.Raj went out of his way to teach me self-treatment techniques as well. He taught me trigger point, intuitive stretching, and introduced me to inexpensive tools I could use to supplement my efforts. These skills were the cornerstones of the Nydoo Technique.Raj helped me to feel that I could care for myself independently as well. It worked.I moved from despondency to hopefulness and optimism! I felt less like a helpless victim, and more like confident victor.It has been a privilege to work with Raj! Words cannot express the gratitude I feel.Raj has been a true partner and a friend to me.I do hope Raj publishes a work describing his methods and his experiences. That said, I am not certain that his approach, the Nydoo Technique, could be easily replicated or executed by others, because...Raj brings himself fully into his treatment - and he is truly one of a kind!I thank you, Raj, with all my heart.

Review №15

2017-06-24 03:39:16

Raj helped my unrelenting pain when no one else could. I cannot thank him enough! At the age of 28 I started having trouble with my back but I hadnt had any specific injuries. I was confused about what was going on especially since the pain would shift position throughout the day and had no clear cause. At night it would turn into a stabbing sensation that gave me a lot of anxiety and made it very hard to sleep.I saw a massage therapist who had helped me once with another issue using trigger point. When it came to my back however, he told me it was probably from pressure on the nerves from a bulging disc and said massage wouldnt help.Next I saw a doctor who prescribed me muscle relaxers and anti-inflammatories, but they did absolutely nothing to dull the stabbing sensation. I started to believe that it was some kind of disc or nerve issue after all, so I saw two separate chiropractors. I had adjustments, I got X-rays, I bought an inversion table and still no change. Literally none. I was getting very nervous at that point, and had several bad anxiety attacks that spiked my pain and made me feel like I could barely walk. Months were going by, thousands of dollars were being spent and nothing was changing. I also waited months to get an MRI so I could get some answers, and I even paid for it out of pocket.I was feeling completely helpless and hopeless. I wanted the MRI to show something so at least I wouldnt feel like I was going crazy, but I was terrified of it being something serious. The MRI showed nothing significant. In fact the radiologists report was essentially normal. I was lost at that point. I had been massaged, adjusted, examined, and imaged... none of it helped. I still had no answers. What was everyone missing?With my funds low and my spirits even lower, I started reading up on trigger point work. I remembered it helped me once before and so maybe someone out there knew what to do. I never expected to find someone as skilled as Raj.Raj drilled down into the specifics of my case without getting lost in presumptions or general advice. He was confident and honest and got right to work. He found tender spots in my muscles with pinpoint precision that I had no idea were there. My back was a minefield and I didnt know it! From the very first session I started feeling some change! I wasnt fixed or cured but I was getting some relief and though it was just a little at first, I cannot tell you how much hope was restored from that one session. Little by little my entire situation has transformed. Raj really kept me on track through the process, and it has been amazing feeling my muscles release after each session. When I started my back muscles were like tight ropes but now they are so much better, and I can sleep without pain.The truly unfortunate thing is that Trigger Point is not widely known about, and many therapists only understand it in a limited way. Raj really understands this work. Many of the people who find Raj will have done so at the end of trying everything else, just like I did, but if youve been lucky enough to stumble upon this review make Painless Trigger Point your next visit! Hes a master of his craft.

Review №16

2018-04-18 18:30:28

I am a former professional athlete and I have maintained a good level of physical activity and health in the years since retiring from my sport (now 12 years ago). The cumulative effect of repeated, high-intensity exertion during my playing time created an imbalance in my back and in the years since, my lower right back has developed an increasing amount of tightness and pain.Over the years, I have tried various healing practices - most notably chiropractic care and massage therapy. I have actively tried to build strength and flexibility back up in my core via weight lifting, yoga and pilates. I also did a 10-step massage therapy program (Rolfing). I have invested a ton of time and effort and, ultimately, although all of the treatments had some level of merit, they all resulted in temporary relief of pain at best.I had been intrigued by the idea of acupuncture or some other path of treatment for quite some time but had yet to seek any treatment. When I was referred to Raj by a friend, I was intrigued by his practice despite any knowledge of trigger point therapy beforehand.Raj spent a great amount of time learning about my history and ailments as well as the biomechanics of my sport and how years of repetitive motion could create an imbalance and tension/pain. After just one treatment, I immediately noticed an improvement to my physical condition. It was quite incredible and AMAZED me. For years I developed a thick skin for the chronic pain and didn’t expect that I could see such a quick level of improvement. Over the subsequent weeks of treatment, I noticed that my back went through constant changes and healing, leading me closer and closer to a pain free, balanced state.I will continue to go to Raj to seek improvement and eventually, a progression of strength and flexibility (as Raj promises). His practice requires some body awareness and mental focus on the participant’s end but is well worth the personal investment. I am thankful that Raj came into my life and I have a whole new expectation for my health and wellness in the future thanks to him.

Review №17

2018-04-13 17:40:48

Raj is a master healer. He has helped me with a neck problem that was a result of an automobile accident when I was 25, many years ago. The injury never properly healed and the last few years has seen me with a very painful neck problem--limited range, terrible pains in the back of my neck where it is joined by the skull, and an assortment of aches and chronic pain. I had gone to several chiropractors to ease the pain and have had hundreds of session of the past five years, but every doctor dealt with the symptom and not the underlying issue. With Raj, and his brilliant trigger point technique, he quickly got to the core of the problem and in three ninety minute sessions I can say that I have a complete range of motion in my neck and I am pain free. Raj is the REAL DEAL and I HIGHLY RECOMMEND HIM as a brilliant, patience and knowledgeable practitioner. RUN dont walk to Raj if you have pain of any kind and get a consultation to see what he can do for you. I am SO GRATEFUL to have met him and to have been lucky enough to have been healed from my chronic neck pain and problems. THANK YOU, RAJ!

Review №18

2021-03-13 16:12:43

Raj is excellent and dedicated to his patients. I started going to him a few months ago as last resort for my severe lower back pains. I feel so well now and am able to hike and exercise again! Thank you Raj

Review №19

2019-04-12 17:32:10

Having seen trigger point therapists elsewhere in the country, Raj stands out for his dedication to understanding your specific symptoms in order to precisely resolve pain. (Be prepared to do a little bit of homework to keep him informed on changes + progress) I was also skeptical of the painless part, since in my past experience trigger point therapy is generally painful, at least in the beginning. Turns out hes on to something that the rest of the trigger point community could learn from.I was diagnosed with Carpel Tunnel Syndrome, and recommended for surgery. Having had a previous misdiagnoses for something else that ended up being resolved via trigger point therapy, I knew I should contact a trigger point therapist before further down any other path. Raj targeted the right places and symptoms were gone after a handful of visits. (Ive been able to self-maintain using knowledge learned from him ever since)

Review №20

2023-04-14 01:46:20

Raj is just amazing. He cares so much about providing the a suitable treatment and takes a tremendous amount of time and effort to make you feel better. Cant say enough good things!

Review №21

2019-08-29 21:17:56

Ive been dealing with back issues for over twenty five years. I go to chiro, acupuncture and massage. Which gets me to stay working most the time. The past eight months. My tightness and pain has been really really bad. Its been hard to do much. Even though I do swim for exercise. Its hard to get off the floor on a stretching mat. Hard to get out of the car. In general, I havent been doing that great. And Im only in my 50s. By accident I found trigger point therapy and wanted to try it. Ill try anything. The first two sessions we worked on my neck upper back arms and shoulders. I felt my trigger points burning when we found them. I found great relief after the first session. After the second session and third. I found more relief and Im getting out of bed easier. Getting out of my car way way better. And Im actually doing more cleaning around the yard and house than before. Im still sore in some places but I do feel better. Im going in for a few more sessions to try and beat the deep muscle problems I have. Going to concentrate on lower back and legs this time. Ill write another review soon. But I recommend you try it if youre having really bad muscle problems. Also, the trigger points in the neck ...feel really good when they are released

Review №22

2018-03-23 20:40:02

Raj has an interesting approach. It may very well have merit. Unfortunately, I have difficulty with his cumbersome system of communication. The links in his mandatory response email didnt work, and my insane schedule didnt allow me to hunt down a solution. After several visits, I didnt navigate his clumbsy system well enough, and my appointment was summarily cancelled. No follow-up phone call, no useable email, no nothing. After knocking on his locked door, I called him. He reminded me that I was warned. In truth, he did warn me. I suppose I deserved to be clipped. Unfortunately, Im not sure he heard that his terrible email system shared fault. I thought it rough treatment.

Review №23

2018-06-28 02:39:12

Raj is incredible. I have never had such an incredibly transformative experience after just one session. He is extremely intuitive and helpful. If you are looking for a change in your life, this is it!

Review №24

2019-03-26 02:17:59

I arrived moving like a robot and left with all my movement range back. Raj took the time to ask all the right questions, worked with delicacy on my back and explained to me what was going on. Highly recommend it.

Review №25

2020-02-24 04:19:29

The best bodywork Ive ever had - Ive never felt such a before and after difference. Raj does a thorough assessment of root causes and is wonderful about answering questions. I highly recommend!

Review №26

2018-10-21 00:30:33

Best treatment ever, has helped me deal with my neck and back