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Myofascial Trigger Points: Pathophysiology and Evidence-Informed Diagnosis and Management
by Jan Dommerholt and Peter Huijbregts
This book examines the etiology of trigger points, the integrated trigger point hypothesis, pathophysiology, and treatment option with a critical overview of current concepts. The contributing authors are the most respected myofascial pain research and practice experts. The authors address the etiology of trigger points, the epidemiology of myofascial pain, clinical management of patients, specific treatment issues, and the role of trigger points in various pain syndromes. This book is an accessible introduction to myofascial trigger points for physicians, therapists, chiropractors, osteopaths, acupuncturists, and massage therapists.
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Manual Therapy | Journal of Women’s Health PT
Myofasziale Schmerzen und Triggerpunkte: Praxisatlas mit Pathophysiologie, Diagnostik und Therapiestrategien
Edited by Peter Reilich, Christian Gröbli, and Jan Dommerholt
The pathophysiology, diagnostics and therapy of myofascial pain syndrome are presented from a scientific perspective. This book includes a detailed atlas with many figures and illustrations. The top 30 muscles commonly encountered in clinical practice are presented with detailed information about manual and dry needling techniques.
Trigger Points Praktisch: Werkboek Myofasciale Therapie by Peter Jonckheere, Kris Demanet, Jan Patteyn and Jan Dommerholt
This book explores the current scientific basis of myofascial trigger points, as summarized by Dr. Jan Dommerholt and Dutch physical therapist Jo Franssen. In addition, the book features several other chapters and practical chapters outlining the dry needling approach from Belgian authors and clinicians Peter Jonckheere, Kris Demanet, and Jan Patteyn.
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