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216 pages, full colour illustrations
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Simeon Niel-Asher , The Concise Book of Trigger Points, 2nd Edition 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. This practical manual explains how to treat chronic pain through trigger points — those tender, painful nodules that form in muscle fibers and connective tissues. Organized by muscle groups, the book emphasizes hands-on techniques for bringing immediate relief by stimulating the flow of oxygen to the trigger point. Each two-page spread features detailed colour illustrations on one side and straightforward text on the other identifying 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. 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.
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| Reviews/Endorsements: "Probably the clearest, most concise and comprehensive presentation of the trigger point picture I have ever read. Eminently practical and clinically useful.” —Dr. Richard Bachrach, D.O., F.A.O.A.S.M, president and medical director of the Center for Sports and Osteopathic Medicine | |
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Review in Complementary
Therapies in Clinical Practice (February 2009) As massage therapists, who also offer acupuncture, this book appeals on a number of accounts. First, the author has put together a very accessible book set out in 9 chapters; the first three setting out clearly the theory and physiology of trigger points (TPs). The six that then follow are organised around distinct muscle groups. Each 2 page spread features clear detailed colour illustrations by Amada Williams, depicting each major skeletal muscle, the zone of pain distribution and exercises to strengthen, including selfstretches. Second, the author skilfully explains each muscle's origin, insertion, function and action, with an exploration of the physiological implications of TPs in each muscle, advice for the patient and treatment techniques. Third, in ‘Putting it all together’ (Chapter 10) the author presents 4 new ‘Laws’ to determine the ‘how’ ‘why’ and ‘where’ of TP formation and advice on developing an effective TP therapy protocol. Finally a ‘manual and selfhelp’ section describes steps and sequences in tackling some of the most common painful conditions. Overall, this is an excellent text that would be useful to students of massage/bodywork, physiotherapy, acupuncture, osteopathy as well as an excellent resource and reference for teachers. We both recommend this book highly…it certainly pressed some points for us.
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About the Author: Simeon Niel-Asher is an osteopath who has been working primarily with trigger point therapy for the past fifteen years, having learned this craft from one the UK's most eminent practitioners. He earned his B.S. in osteopathy from the British School of Osteopathy in 1992, and a bachelor's in comparative health studies from the University of Exeter in 1995. In 1997 the author developed a breakthrough hands-on therapy for treating frozen shoulder syndrome (adhesive capsulitis), and has been pioneering other shoulder treatments ever since. He promotes his successful method, known as the Niel-Asher technique, on his website at www.frozenshoulder.com. Niel-Asher has been involved in lecturing, writing, researching, and promoting osteopathy worldwide. He has been a clinical tutor at the College of Osteopaths in Hertfordshire, England, and a visiting lecturer at several colleges in the Middle East. He runs two successful private clinics in London, and has designed a training course, and produced books on the treatment of frozen shoulder syndrome. |
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