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OverviewThis concise 115-page reference supports manual therapists familiar with trigger point therapy. It’s a quick and easy guide to the common trigger point locations and pain patterns of 100 muscles. Trigger points are hyperirritable spots in skeletal muscle. These sensitive points of tissue are often associated with palpable nodules in taut muscle fibers and, when compressed, elicit referred pain, local tenderness, or a twitch response. Students, instructors, and practitioners will value the quality of the 210 illustrations and easy access to practical information in the Quick Reference to Trigger Points. This full-color guide helps you quickly find and treat trigger points by identifying: Common location of a trigger point in a particular muscle belly. Possible causes of trigger points. Symptoms and indications. Pain patterns. Associated trigger points. Differential diagnoses. For those wishing to learn the fundamentals of trigger point therapy or study the subject in greater depth, a list of recommended texts is included. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Andrew BielPublisher: Books of Discovery Imprint: Books of Discovery Edition: Second Edition Dimensions: Width: 0.60cm , Height: 0.80cm , Length: 0.90cm Weight: 0.200kg ISBN: 9780991466634ISBN 10: 0991466632 Pages: 112 Publication Date: 01 September 2019 Audience: Professional and scholarly , Professional & Vocational Format: Spiral bound Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In Print ![]() This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us. Table of ContentsIntroduction 1 Shoulder and Arm 2 Forearm and Hand 3 Spine and Thorax 4 Head, Neck, and Face 5 Pelvis and Thigh 7 Leg and Foot Recommended Texts Index Differential Diagnosis IndexReviewsAuthor InformationAndrew Biel is author of the best-selling textbook Trail Guide to the Body and Trail Guide to Movement. He has served on the faculties of Boulder College of Massage Therapy and Seattle Massage School and has taught Cadaver Studies for Bodyworkers at Bastyr Naturopathic University. He lives outside of Port Townsend, Washington, with his family—Lyn, Grace, and Elias. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |