Nodule, taut band, and trigger point

[dailyPT]

Hi! Can anyone explain to me the difference between nodule, taut band, and trigger point? I am always confused everytime I write documentation. Thank you.

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[physiobob]

Trigger points, also known as trigger sites or muscle knots, are described as hyperirritable spots in skeletal muscle that are associated with palpable nodules in taut bands of muscle fibers.

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