Trigger Points

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This is a group where massage therapists can share their voice on trigger points
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  • use of spray & stretch technique by LMTs

    i've been using the spray and stretch technique this year with excellent results in myofascial trigger point cases of acute pain, short appointments with multiple muscle group involvement, and stubborn trigger points.i understand the manufacturer was demonstrating spray and stretch at recent…

    By Jeff Sims

    Nov 22, 2009

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  • Trigger Points, easily eliminated

    I can release trigger points anywhere on the body in 20 seconds with only finger tip pressure. Ive said it so many times.. No one believes me. Whatever... This time is that last I will say it..  Ive been a professional massage therapist for 26 years... 50,000 massages.. Trigger points are easily…

    By Gordon J. Wallis

    Jun 27, 2011

    13

  • Observing breathing pattern disorders in the most chronic TP affected client.

    My observation is those that are belly breathers are the worst.Do you do any diaphram release work and give corrective breathing advice? if so what do you ask your clients to do.? Steve

    By Stephen Jeffrey

    Nov 2, 2011

    1

  • Follow up to the trigger point article

    We observed so many misunderstanding in regard to trigger points and trigger point therapy that we decided to address them all at the same time in special article in the new issue of Journal of Massage Science: 'Ischemic Compression: To Be or Not To Be?' We hope that this article will explain a lot…

    By Dr. Ross Turchaninov

    Oct 26, 2011

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  • Best Trigger Point Book

    What book have you guys found is the best for trigger points? Explaining techniques and specific trigger points and pictures of where they refer pain.

    By Trina Throckmorton

    Jul 7, 2011

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  • Initial evaluation is a “must do “ step for successful treatment outcomes.

    Initial evaluation is a “must do “ step for successful treatment outcomes. Some of us believe that ”techniques“ are the more important component for successful outcome of treatment. Some of us also believe that vigorous pressure is the way to achieve results.  There are many other opinions on what…

    By Boris Prilutsky

    Sep 19, 2011

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  • Bonnie Prudden's Class

    I was told by another former co-worker (LMP) that Bonnie Prudden's classes are amazing. That she has pioneered her own method for myofascial release and trigger point therapy using a stretching method. Have any of you been to her classes or know much about this method? I am researching and learning…

    By Trina Throckmorton

    Aug 28, 2011

    2

  • Do we still need to press on individual points?

    The basic idea of pressing on points (trigger, tender, acu, whatever) has been around for a LONG time. We have a zillion modalities that use some version of the concept, of which trigger point therapy one of the leaders. However, trigger point therapy as taught by Travell and Simons didn't have…

    By Jason Erickson

    Sep 13, 2010

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  • Who are your clientel for triggerpoint work. Fibromyalgia, Thoracic Outlet syndrome, Migraine ect ect?

    Hi all,I would like to know if you are working with TPs involved with medical conditions. Do you have favourite techniques.Do you work in a clinical environment ? Are you getting them off strong pain killers and preventing the need for surgeryRegards steve

    By Stephen Jeffrey

    Sep 30, 2009

    7

  • Survey

    I am interested in conducting a survey of MT's who treat trigger points. Please contact me via e-mail at jthomaswhitman@hotmail.com if you are interested. I will send you the servey that will not take much of your time. It will be completed and…

    By John Whitman, LMT

    Nov 1, 2010

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