Is Trigger Point A real story?

While the plot is entirely fictional, the capital is sadly no stranger to the devastation of terrorist attacks, and Trigger Point is loosely inspired by these real events, with the show's writer Daniel Brierley drawing on his memories of living in London during 7/7 and attacks at London Bridge and Parsons Green.

Is Trigger Point based on real story?

Trigger Point follows the fictional Metropolitan Police Bomb Disposal Squad named 'Expo' which features ex-military and experienced bomb disposal operatives Lana Washington (Vicky McClure) and Joel Nutkins (Adrian Lester).

What is the story of Trigger Point?

When a terrorist campaign threatens the capital over the summer, two bomb disposal operatives – Lana Washington and Joel Nutkins – are at the forefront of urgent efforts to find out who is behind the bombings, working against the clock to save as many lives as possible.

Are trigger points factual?

While the story of Trigger Point is fictional, there have been several devastating terrorist attacks across the United Kingdom over the last three decades, which is a tragic fact that the production was acutely aware of.

Is Trigger Point based on a book?

Pure Grass conceived the original idea for TRIGGER POINT, and partnered with Matthew Law to develop the novel, web series and an upcoming feature film. The company is run by CEO Ben Grass, and Chairman Christophe Charlier (also the Chairman of the Brooklyn Nets NBA Basketball team).

Are Trigger Points Real?

Who created Trigger Point?

Janet Travell, MD (1901-1997), an American medical doctor and the personal rheumatologist of US president John F. Kennedy, was the first to propose the term myofascial trigger point " in 1942.

Has Trigger Point been Cancelled?

Fans of McClure will be thrilled to know that Trigger Point has indeed been confirmed for another season. It's hardly surprising given the show's increasing popularity. By the time the finale had aired approximately 11 million viewers had watched the first episode.

Why do trigger points keep coming back?

The main reasons trigger points keep coming back is because they usually never really go. Courses of trigger point therapy are only designed to temporarily relieve their pain, not eliminate them.

What happens when a trigger point is released?

Depending on the trigger point, it could take more than one session to release it. When the trigger point is released, your muscles will relax allowing fresh blood flow, sending nutrients into the cells and bring it back to healthy state. You should notice more range of motion in that muscle without pain.

How long do you hold Trigger Point?

Maintain the pressure for 30 to 90 seconds or until you feel the tissue release or soften. The client will often describe a decrease in symptoms as the point releases. Ninety second holds produce the best results but 30 seconds is sufficient to produce a change.

Is Trigger Point worth watching?

So if you enjoy the action thriller genre, then "Trigger Point" is well worth a watch. "Trigger Point" has a nicely written story that takes the audience along on an action-packed journey, and also leaves the audience odds and bits of information as to trying to figure out who's done it.

How did Trigger Point end?

It's surprisingly simple in the end, a rather bathetic conclusion to what has been a very bad summer for Lana. All the men in her life – Nut (Adrian Lester), Billy (Ewan Mitchell) and now Karl – are dead, which really only leaves Thom Youngblood.

Where is the Five Oaks pub in Trigger Point?

The second page suggests the location of the Five Oaks pub to be somewhere in Vauxhall, and the third page places the mosque from episode two somewhere just north of Elephant & Castle.

Where do they film Trigger Point?

In fact Adrian Lester, who plays Joel Nutkins, revealed that local residents were enlisted in helping with the filming. "All of episode one was shot on an estate in North London," he said. "Lots of the residents who live there were paid by the company to help and take part in the scenes.

Is Adrian Lester only in one episode of Trigger Point?

Trigger Point viewers have reacted with anger and sadness after leading actor Adrian Lester was killed off after just one episode.

Can you feel a trigger point?

Trigger points feel like little marbles or knots just under your skin. When pressing on trigger points, many people feel no pain or discomfort. Sometimes, trigger points become very sensitive, and some people feel significant pain in areas where they have trigger points.

Does everyone have trigger points?

Almost everyone more or less knows what it feels like to have a muscle knot, so almost everyone has a head start in self-diagnosing trigger points.

How often should I massage trigger points?

Use your fingers (or tools like foam rollers and massage balls) to press firmly into the trigger points. Repeat for three to five minutes, ideally as often as five or six times per day. “It needs to be part of the daily routine,” Dr. Adams says.

How large can a trigger point be?

Anatomy and Etiology. Trigger points develop in the myofascia, mainly in the center of a muscle belly where the motor endplate enters (primary or central TrPs). Those are palpable nodules within the tight muscle at the size of 2-10 mm and can demonstrate at different places in any skeletal muscles of the body.

Why do trigger points hurt?

Pressure on a trigger point causes the muscle fibers to shorten and be painful to the touch. And this can send “referred pain” radiating out to other areas of the body.

Can dehydration cause trigger points?

Dehydration: Muscle fascia (including our kidneys) are com- prised of 79% water. The less hydrated we are the stiffer we become and the muscle fibbers shorten up. This is the most common trigger for cramping. Dehydration can cause trigger points to develop quickly.

How many trigger points is there?

There are SIX episodes in Trigger Point. And, ahead of its first episode, lead actress Vicky tweeted: "Strap yaselfs in for a bumpy ride over the next 6 weeks! I'm beyond proud of the work everyone put into the show and can't wait to see everyone's efforts played out Sunday nights 9pm @ITV starting TONIGHT!"

Are they making a Trigger Point 2?

Yes! Trigger Point will return for a second season, as confirmed by ITV. Ahead of the show's premiere, producer Jed Mercurio said that the series was set up to be a "returner", while writer Daniel Brierley told RadioTimes.com that there is a "whole world of ideas" for where to take the story next.

How many parts does a Trigger Point have?

Trigger Point begins on Sunday, January 24, on ITV and the the ITV Player. It is due to run across six parts.