The Concise Book of Trigger Points - Softcover

Niel-asher, Simeon

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1556437455 ISBN 13: 9781556437458

Publisher: North Atlantic Books, U.S., 2008

Synopsis

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.

About this title

Synopsis

Almost every type of muscular ache or pain is caused or affected by untreated or unresolved 'trigger points', localized tender spots in muscles. The understanding and treatment of these points can lead to rapid, effective, and long-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 and lower back pain. Written in a straightforward, non-academic 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 a powerful reference guide for even the most experienced therapist. The first four chapters provide a sound background to the physiology of trigger points, and the general methods of treatment. The six chapters that follow are organized by muscle groups; each two-page spread features detailed colour illustrations of each major skeletal muscle, accompanied by an explanation of each muscle's origin, insertion, action, and function.

In addition, the author discusses the physiological implications of the trigger points in each muscle, and techniques for treatment. The new edition contains updated text and a self-help section addressing the most common pain complaints, including headache, neck pain, shoulder pain, lower back pain, and TMJ syndrome.

About the Author

Simeon Niel-Asher is the inventor of the Niel-Asher Technique for treating frozen shoulder syndrome. He was named by the Evening Standard as one of the top ten osteopaths in London. The author of the book and DVD Treat Your Own Frozen Shoulder, he lives and works in London and Israel.

Edition details

• Publisher: North Atlantic Books, U.S.
• Publication date: 2008
• ISBN 10: 1556437455
• ISBN 13: 9781556437458
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 224