The Concise Book of Trigger Points, Revised Edition

The Concise Book of Trigger Points, Revised Edition

The Concise Book of Trigger Points (Revised Edition)
Simeon Niel-Asher | ISBN:1556437455 | Revised Edition | 2008 | PDF | 216 pages | 15.3 MB

Description:
Most muscular aches and pains are caused or affected by untreated �trigger
points,� localized tender spots in muscles. Understanding and treating these
points can lead to rapid and lasting pain relief. Trigger point therapy is a powerful tool in the management of both acute and chronic pain, including such common problems as headaches, TMJ syndrome, and back pain.Written in a straightforward style, The Concise Book of Trigger Points is designed for the student and practitioner of massage/bodywork, physical therapy, physiotherapy, osteopathy, sports therapy, and any other health-related field. It functions both as an entry-level textbook and an authoritative reference for even the most experienced therapist. The first four chapters describe the physiology of trigger points and the general methods of treatment. The following six chapters are organized by muscle groups; each two-page spread features detailed color illustrations of each major skeletal muscle, accompanied by an explanation of each muscle�s origin, insertion, action, and function. The physiological implications of the trigger points in each muscle are discussed, along with treatment techniques. This edition contains updated text and a self-help section addressing common pain complaints, including headache, neck pain, shoulder pain, lower back pain, and TMJ syndrome.

Table of Contents:
* About this book
* A note about peripheral nerve supply
* Chapter 1- Skeletal Muscle, Muscle Mechanics and Fascia
* Chapter 2- Trigger Points and Trigger Point Formation
* Chapter 3- Therapeutic Technique Protocols
* Chapter 4- Muscles of the Face, Head and Neck
* Chapter 5- Muscles of the Trunk and Spine
* Chapter 6- Muscles of the Shoulder and Upper Arm
* Chapter 7- Muscles of the Forearm and Hand
* Chapter 8- Muscles of the Hip and Thigh
* Chapter 9- Muscles of the Leg and Foot
* Chapter 10- Putting it all Together: Trigger Points and Beyond
* Manual Therapy and Self-Help
* Resources
* Index

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